Dr. Umair Iqbal
Overview
Umair Iqbal, MD, MBA, specializes in gastroenterology. He is affiliated with UPMC Carlisle, UPMC West Shore, UPMC Community Osteopathic and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Iqbal completed his fellowship at Geisinger Medical Center, residency at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital and medical degree at Dow Medical College.
Dr. Iqbal is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gallbladder Disease, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 82 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2035 Technology Parkway, Suite 200, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
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. Umair Iqbal
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Umair Iqbal?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Umair Iqbal by calling their office at 717-988-8567. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Umair Iqbal a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Umair Iqbal is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 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. Umair Iqbal specialize in?
While Dr. Umair Iqbal is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Umair Iqbal participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Umair Iqbal has published 82 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. You can view a list of Dr. Umair Iqbal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Umair Iqbal accept my insurance?
Dr. Umair Iqbal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-988-8567 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Iqbal isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
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- ColonoscopyDr. Iqbal isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Iqbal isAdvanced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Iqbal isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Iqbal isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Iqbal isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GastritisDr. Iqbal isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
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- AchalasiaDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AscitesDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.