Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
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conditions
MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 2, 
Washington, DC 

Overview

Udeme Ekong is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..

Dr. Ekong is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autoimmune Hepatitis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Ileostomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 52 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials.

Specialties

Transplant Surgery

Licenses

Pediatric Gastroenterology in IL

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Sentara Healthcare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 2, Washington, DC 20007

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

The Role of Sodium Chloride and the Treg/Th17 Axis in Autoimmune Hepatitis
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Udeme Ekong

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Udeme Ekong?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Udeme Ekong by calling their office at 202-444-3700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Udeme Ekong a top-rated expert for Autoimmune Hepatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Udeme Ekong is classified as an Elite expert for Autoimmune Hepatitis, 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. Udeme Ekong specialize in?

While Dr. Udeme Ekong is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Autoimmune Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.

Does Dr. Udeme Ekong participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Udeme Ekong has published 52 articles and abstracts on conditions like Autoimmune Hepatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Udeme Ekong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Udeme Ekong accept my insurance?

Dr. Udeme Ekong accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-444-3700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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