Overview
Dr. Kwon joined the Division of Gastroenterology in 2005 and is currently a Clinical Professor. He received his bachelor's degree from Amherst College and his medical degree from UCLA Medical School. He completed his internal medicine residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and his gastroenterology fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH). He also completed his advanced endoscopy fellowship at the combined BWH and Massachusetts General Hospital program. He earned his Master of Science in Clinical Research Design and Statistical Analysis at the University of Michigan. Dr. Kwon is currently the Director of Advanced Endoscopy, Program Director for the Advanced Endoscopy fellowship, and Co-director of the Comprehensive Pancreas Program. He also serves as the Medical Director of the Michigan Chapter of the National Pancreas Foundation. He is a principal investigator in several independently funded research studies and has been an author on over 100 publications, including multiple research studies, national guidelines, and book chapters. He is a sought-after speaker, having served as invited faculty at multiple regional, national and international courses.
Dr. Kwon is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 110 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception D, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, Brighton, MI 48116
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Dr. Kwon has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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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Taubman Center
Dr. Chey received his BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania and medical degree & training in internal medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine. He went on to complete a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. Since completing this fellowship, Dr. Chey has remained at the University of Michigan, where he is H. Marvin Pollard Professor of Gastroenterology, Professor of Nutrition Sciences, and Chief, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Chey runs a very active clinical research group which has received funding from federal and private sources. Dr. Chey has authored more than 400 manuscripts, reviews and book chapters yielding an H-index of 50. He is former Co-editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Gastroenterology (2010-2016) and serves on the editorial boards of several other journals. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees and in 2026, will become President of the American College of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation and IFFGD. He has participated in and directed numerous national and international continuing medical education programs in gastroenterology, and has been elected to the roster of Best Doctors since 2001 and America's™ Top Doctors since 2009. Dr. Chey has received numerous awards including the Berk-Fise Award for outstanding clinical service from the ACG, the Distinguished Clinician Award from the AGA, Dean’s Outstanding Clinician Award, Dean’s Award for Innovation and Commercialization, and the Healio Disruptive Innovator Award. Dr. Chey is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Rogel Cancer Center
I am a transplant hepatologist and clinical researcher committed to the care of patients with liver cancer and advanced liver disease. I serve as the Medical Director of the Multidisciplinary Liver Tumor Clinic and Medical Director of the Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program. I believe that patients should have an active voice in their care and I work jointly with patients to ensure that their needs are met. Dr. Parikh is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
Taubman Center
Anna Lok is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Lok is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard S. Kwon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Kwon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Kwon by calling their office at 888-229-7408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard S. Kwon a top-rated expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard S. Kwon is classified as an Distinguished 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. Richard S. Kwon specialize in?
While Dr. Richard S. Kwon is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hereditary Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Richard S. Kwon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard S. Kwon has published 109 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hereditary Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Richard S. Kwon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard S. Kwon accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard S. Kwon accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-229-7408 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholangitisDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangitis.
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- Accessory PancreasDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- AchalasiaDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- CirrhosisDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.