Overview
Riad Azar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Dr. Azar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 63110
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Riad Azar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Riad Azar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Riad Azar by calling their office at 314-747-2075. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Riad Azar a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Riad Azar is classified as an Advanced expert for Endoscopy, 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. Riad Azar specialize in?
While Dr. Riad Azar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lithotripsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Riad Azar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Riad Azar has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Riad Azar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Riad Azar accept my insurance?
Dr. Riad Azar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-747-2075 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.
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- EndoscopyDr. Azar isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Experienced
- AnemiaDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- ColonoscopyDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Azar isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.