Overview
Vanessa Shami is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Dr. Shami is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 68 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Shami is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
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- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- INDEMNITY
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1221 Lee St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shami 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.
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vanessa M. Shami
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vanessa M. Shami?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vanessa M. Shami by calling their office at 434-243-3090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vanessa M. Shami a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vanessa M. Shami is classified as an Distinguished expert for Barrett Esophagus, 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. Vanessa M. Shami specialize in?
While Dr. Vanessa M. Shami is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Stomach Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Vanessa M. Shami participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vanessa M. Shami has published 68 articles and abstracts on conditions like Barrett Esophagus. You can view a list of Dr. Vanessa M. Shami's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vanessa M. Shami accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanessa M. Shami accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 434-243-3090 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
- Distinguished
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Shami isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- EndoscopyDr. Shami isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Shami isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Stomach CancerDr. Shami isDistinguished. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- EsophagitisDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- GastrectomyDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- IndigestionDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Shami isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Experienced
- Accessory PancreasDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- AchalasiaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholangitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- CirrhosisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastroparesisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlucagonomaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- InsulinomaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- MalnutritionDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Morning SicknessDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- ObesityDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- PancreatectomyDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- ProctitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- TenesmusDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Shami isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.