Upendra Hegde
Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Upendra Hegde

Hematology
UConn John Dempsey Hospital
263 Farmington Ave, 
Farmington, CT 
Expertise in
6
conditions
UConn John Dempsey Hospital
263 Farmington Ave, 
Farmington, CT 

Overview

Upendra Hegde is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Farmington, Connecticut.

Dr. Hegde is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Sickle Cell Disease, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Hematology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CT

Hospital Affiliations

John Dempsey Hospital Of The University Of Connect

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
View 4 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

UConn John Dempsey Hospital
263 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06030
Other Locations
Office
135 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06030

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.

27 Total Publications

Phase II Trial of Pembrolizumab in Combination With Bevacizumab for Untreated Melanoma Brain Metastases.
Phase II Trial of Pembrolizumab in Combination With Bevacizumab for Untreated Melanoma Brain Metastases.
Journal: Journal of clinical oncology : official journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
Published: March 06, 2025
Similar Doctors
Expertise in
20
conditions
Expertise in
20
conditions
Referral may be required

UConn John Dempsey Hospital

263 Farmington Ave, 
Farmington, CT 
 (0.1 miles away)
860-679-2100
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Biree Andemariam is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Andemariam is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia.

Expertise in
24
conditions
Dr. Amer Zeidan
Hematology
Expertise in
24
conditions
Dr. Amer Zeidan
Hematology
Referral may be required

Yale New Haven Hospital

20 York St, 
New Haven, CT 
 (30.5 miles away)
203-200-4363
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Amer Zeidan is a Hematologist practicing medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Zeidan is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Expertise in
31
conditions
Expertise in
31
conditions
Referral may be required

Yale New Haven Hospital

20 York St, 
New Haven, CT 
 (30.5 miles away)
203-200-4363
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Nikolai Podoltsev is a Hematologist practicing medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Podoltsev is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Essential Thrombocythemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Upendra Hegde

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Upendra Hegde?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Upendra Hegde by calling their office at 860-679-2100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Upendra Hegde a top-rated expert for Melanoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Upendra Hegde is classified as an Distinguished expert for Melanoma, 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. Upendra Hegde specialize in?

While Dr. Upendra Hegde is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Sickle Cell Disease, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Upendra Hegde participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Upendra Hegde has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Upendra Hegde's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Upendra Hegde accept my insurance?

Dr. Upendra Hegde accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 860-679-2100 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.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Hegde's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
    View All 56 Experienced Conditions
    Want to save this doctor for later?
    Sign Up
    Is this your doctor?
    Find A Second Opinion
    Not sure about your diagnosis?
    Check Your Symptoms
     
     
     
     
    Learn about our expert tiers
    Learn More
    Are you the provider on this profile?
    Claim Profile