Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
St. Vincent's Medical Center
2800 Main St, 
Bridgeport, CT 

Overview

Prabin Sharma is a Gastroenterologist in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Sharma has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Abdominal Wall Surgery.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in NJ

Hospital Affiliations

St Vincent's Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

St. Vincent's Medical Center
2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06606
Other Locations
The Endoscopy Center of Fairfield
425 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Prabin Sharma

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Prabin Sharma?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Prabin Sharma by calling their office at 475-210-5573. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Prabin Sharma a top-rated expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Prabin Sharma is classified as an Advanced expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Prabin Sharma specialize in?

While Dr. Prabin Sharma is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, and Gastrointestinal Bleeding. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Prabin Sharma participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Prabin Sharma has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hereditary Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Prabin Sharma's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Prabin Sharma accept my insurance?

Dr. Prabin Sharma accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 475-210-5573 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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