Overview
Prabin Sharma is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Abdominal Wall Surgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2800 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06606
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, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Acute Pancreatitis. 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 38 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
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Sharma isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Wall SurgeryDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Wall Surgery.
- AchalasiaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- AnemiaDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Sharma isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
