Overview
Shashi Kumar is a Gastroenterologist in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 46 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1907 Lebanon Church Rd Ste 201, West Mifflin, PA 15122
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kumar 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.
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.
UPMC Digestive Health Care
Adam Slivka, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Slivka is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
UPMC Digestive Health Care
David Binion, MD, specializes in inflammatory bowel disease gastroenterology and gastrointestinal transplant surgery and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at SUNY at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Binion is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of Gastroenterology
David Whitcomb, MD, PhD, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Whitcomb completed his fellowship and residencies at the Duke University School of Medicine and medical degree at Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shashi Kumar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shashi Kumar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shashi Kumar by calling their office at 412-653-8548. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shashi Kumar a top-rated expert for Esophagitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shashi Kumar is classified as an Experienced expert for Esophagitis, 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. Shashi Kumar specialize in?
While Dr. Shashi Kumar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Esophagitis, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Benign Esophageal Stricture. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Shashi Kumar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shashi Kumar has published 46 articles and abstracts on conditions like Esophagitis. You can view a list of Dr. Shashi Kumar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shashi Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shashi Kumar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-653-8548 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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- AnemiaDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Kumar isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.