Overview
Dr. Vijay Mehta is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal, liver and nutritional disorders in pediatric patients ranging from premature babies to young adults. He has special interest in: Nutrition Celiac disease Feeding disorders Irritable bowel syndrome Pancreatic disorders Constipation Motility Short bowel syndrome Inflammatory bowel disease Reflux He believes medical care should lead to as normal a life as possible, with the patient and family taking part in informed decision-making during treatment. Dr. Mehta’s Training As an undergraduate, Dr. Mehta studied neurobiology at New College of Florida in Sarasota. He earned his degree in osteopathic medicine from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida, and completed a pediatric residency at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. Dr. Mehta completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, in conjunction with the University of Florida. He completed an additional year of nutrition fellowship at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer. About Dr. Mehta Dr. Mehta is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and National Board of Physician Nutrition Specialists. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the American Medical Association and North American Academy of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. Outside of work, Dr. Mehta enjoys binge-watching TV shows and movies. He’s a Marvel Universe and Star Wars fan who also likes to run, hike, play card games and travel.
Dr. Mehta is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Celiac Disease, Delayed Growth, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles.
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1135 E. State Rd. 434, Suite 1002, Winter Springs, FL 32708
60 W. Gore St., Orlando, FL 32806
2290 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite 205A, Melbourne, FL 32935
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Shaista Safder, MD, is a graduate of the Deccan College of Medical Science in India. She completed her pediatric residency training at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, where she also served as chief resident. During her residency, she was awarded membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Rainbow Babies and Children Hospital at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.Dr. Safder has been with the Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition since 2009 and currently serves as director of the Motility Center at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer. In 2015, she became a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine and leads the Healthy Lifestyles Program at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.Dr. Safder’s interest includes motility disorders, eosinophilic esophagitis, allergic gastro enteropathies, defecation disorders, obesity medicine and medical education. Dr. Safder is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bowel, Bowel Incontinence, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). Dr. Safder is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics - Gastroenterology.
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Yamen Smadi, MD, graduated from Damascus University in Syria and completed his pediatric residency at St. John Hospital and Medical Center in Detroit, Mich., in 2008. After finishing his residency, he spent four years at Sanford Children’s Hospital in Sioux Falls, S.D., as chief of the pediatric hospitalist section and helped to establish the residency program at the University of South Dakota where he served as a core faculty member. He finished his pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition fellowship at the University of Florida pediatric fellowship program at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in 2015. Dr. Smadi currently serves as a staff physician and director of the Eosinophilic Esophagitis Clinic at the Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Center for Digestive Health and Nutrition. Dr. Smadi has research interest in Eosinophilic Esophagitis and he is currently working on developing a non-invasive method to diagnose and monitor the disease. Dr. Smadi is an active member of the North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN), American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and American Society of Gastroentestinal Endoscopy (ASGE). Dr. Smadi is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Smadi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics - Gastroenterology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vijay Mehta
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vijay Mehta?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vijay Mehta by calling their office at 321-841-3338. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vijay Mehta a top-rated expert for Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vijay Mehta is classified as an Advanced expert for Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, 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. Vijay Mehta specialize in?
While Dr. Vijay Mehta is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Celiac Disease, and Delayed Growth. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Vijay Mehta participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vijay Mehta has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. You can view a list of Dr. Vijay Mehta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vijay Mehta accept my insurance?
Dr. Vijay Mehta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-3338 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Celiac DiseaseDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
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- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- ColitisDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Short Stature (FSS)Dr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Familial Short Stature (FSS).