Overview
Rizwan Ahmed is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Ahmed is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology - 2027. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 120 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
500 Martha Jefferson Dr, 5th, Floor, Charlottesville, VA 22911
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. Rizwan A. Ahmed
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed by calling their office at 434-654-5260. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed a top-rated expert for Painful Swallowing?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed is classified as an Distinguished expert for Painful Swallowing, 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. Rizwan A. Ahmed specialize in?
While Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed has published 120 articles and abstracts on conditions like Painful Swallowing. You can view a list of Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Rizwan A. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 434-654-5260 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
- Painful SwallowingDr. Ahmed isDistinguished. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Ahmed isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Advanced
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric BypassDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- ObesityDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- TenesmusDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- EncopresisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GastrectomyDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- GastroparesisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HeartburnDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- IleostomyDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- MalnutritionDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Morning SicknessDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- ProctitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Radiation EnteritisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Enteritis.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- VisceromegalyDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.