Dr. Rishika Chugh
Overview
Dr. Rishika Chugh is a gastroenterologist who cares for people with a range of digestive conditions and symptoms. She performs endoscopic procedures, such as upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, and specializes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She directs the UCSF Intestinal Ultrasound Clinic, where ultrasound imaging is used to assess inflammation and inform treatment decisions for patients with IBD. In research, Chugh focuses on IBD. She has a particular interest in how intestinal ultrasound can reduce the need for colonoscopies, as well as MRI and CT scans, and an interest in women's health in the context of IBD. She has investigated novel IBD medications, looking at their safety and efficacy, and has examined how having IBD impacts pregnancy outcomes. Chugh earned her medical degree at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at Yale New Haven Hospital and a fellowship in IBD at UCSF.
Dr. Chugh is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1701 Divisadero St., Suite 120, San Francisco, CA 94115
1600 Divisadero St., First Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
505 Parnassus Ave., Room L-103, San Francisco, CA 94143
1701 Divisadero St., Suite 120, San Francisco, CA 94115
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. Rishika Chugh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rishika Chugh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rishika Chugh by calling their office at 415-502-4444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rishika Chugh a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rishika Chugh is classified as an Distinguished expert for Crohn's Disease, 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. Rishika Chugh specialize in?
While Dr. Rishika Chugh is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Rishika Chugh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rishika Chugh has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Rishika Chugh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rishika Chugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Rishika Chugh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-502-4444 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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- Distinguished
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Chugh isDistinguished. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Advanced
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Chugh isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Chugh isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Chugh isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- ColitisDr. Chugh isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Chugh isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- DiarrheaDr. Chugh isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Chugh isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Chugh isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.