Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Sofia Verstraete

Pediatric Gastroenterology
University Of California At San Francisco
1825 4th St, 
San Francisco, CA 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 2 Trials
Expertise in
2
conditions
University Of California At San Francisco
1825 4th St, 
San Francisco, CA 

Overview

Sofia Verstraete is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California.

Dr. Verstraete is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Colitis.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials.

Specialties

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

University of California at San Francisco
1825 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94143

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.

5 Clinical Trials

A Master Protocol for a Phase 3, Multicenter, Open-label, Long-term Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-term Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Children and Adolescents With Moderate-to-severe Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
A Master Protocol for a Phase 3, Multicenter, Open-label, Long-term Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-term Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Children and Adolescents With Moderate-to-severe Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 03, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mirikizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Vedolizumab Intravenous as Maintenance Therapy in Pediatric Subjects With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease Who Achieved Clinical Response Following Open-Label Vedolizumab Intravenous Therapy
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Vedolizumab Intravenous as Maintenance Therapy in Pediatric Subjects With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease Who Achieved Clinical Response Following Open-Label Vedolizumab Intravenous Therapy
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: May 05, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Vedolizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Vedolizumab Intravenous as Maintenance Therapy in Pediatric Subjects With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis Who Achieved Clinical Response Following Open-Label Vedolizumab Intravenous Therapy
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Vedolizumab Intravenous as Maintenance Therapy in Pediatric Subjects With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis Who Achieved Clinical Response Following Open-Label Vedolizumab Intravenous Therapy
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 30, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Vedolizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Open-Label, Long-Term Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Crohn's Disease
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Open-Label, Long-Term Extension Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Crohn's Disease
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: December 15, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mirikizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active- Controlled, Treat-Through Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active- Controlled, Treat-Through Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 27, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Mirikizumab, Ustekinumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
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21 Total Publications

Assessment of superior mesenteric vascular flow quantitation in children using four-dimensional flow magnetic resonance imaging: A feasibility study.
Assessment of superior mesenteric vascular flow quantitation in children using four-dimensional flow magnetic resonance imaging: A feasibility study.
Journal: World journal of radiology
Published: July 19, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sofia Verstraete

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Sofia Verstraete by calling their office at 415-353-2813. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sofia Verstraete a top-rated expert for Viral Gastroenteritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sofia Verstraete is classified as an Advanced expert for Viral Gastroenteritis, 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. Sofia Verstraete specialize in?

While Dr. Sofia Verstraete is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Sofia Verstraete participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sofia Verstraete has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Viral Gastroenteritis. You can view a list of Dr. Sofia Verstraete's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sofia Verstraete accept my insurance?

Dr. Sofia Verstraete accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2813 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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