Overview
Shih-Kuang Sam Hong, M.D.,MSCI, gastroenterologist, is board-certified specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions that affect all areas of the digestive tract. Driven by the values instilled in him by his faith and family, he is passionate about helping people heal and achieve their highest quality of life. Dr. Hong received a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Michigan, and he graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He then completed an internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis and subsequently returned to Vanderbilt to train in gastroenterology. While at Vanderbilt, Dr. Hong also obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Investigation. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Endoscopy fellowship focused on Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography and Endoscopic Ultrasound at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Hong has previous experience at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital, where he served as Medical Director of Endoscopy for three years. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge in scientific publications and manuscripts. He has also been featured in 405 Magazine's 'Top Doctor's List.' When not caring for his patients, Dr. Hong enjoys playing tennis and cheering for the Oklahoma City Thunder at basketball games with his family. He enjoys working with the other talented gastroenterologists at SSM Health Medical Group, improving the gastrointestinal health of Oklahomans. His philosophy is to treat every patient as if they are his family or friends and to help them make an informed decision for their health.
Dr. Hong is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
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Locations
535 N.W. Ninth St., Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hong 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shih-kuang Hong
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shih-kuang Hong?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shih-kuang Hong by calling their office at 405-772-4338. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shih-kuang Hong a top-rated expert for Stomach Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shih-kuang Hong is classified as an Advanced expert for Stomach Cancer, 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. Shih-kuang Hong specialize in?
While Dr. Shih-kuang Hong is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Stomach Cancer, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Shih-kuang Hong accept my insurance?
Dr. Shih-kuang Hong accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 405-772-4338 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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- Advanced
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Stomach CancerDr. Hong isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.