Overview
Vikrant Rachakonda is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Rachakonda is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
3459 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
3160 Folsom Blvd Ste 3500, Sacramento, CA 95816
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.
UPMC Digestive Health Care
Adam Slivka, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Slivka is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Slivka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.
UPMC Digestive Health Care
David Binion, MD, specializes in inflammatory bowel disease gastroenterology and gastrointestinal transplant surgery and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at SUNY at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Binion is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Binion is currently accepting new patients.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of Gastroenterology
David Whitcomb, MD, PhD, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Whitcomb completed his fellowship and residencies at the Duke University School of Medicine and medical degree at Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Whitcomb is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda by calling their office at 412-647-5800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda a top-rated expert for Hepatitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda is classified as an Advanced expert for 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. Vikrant Rachakonda specialize in?
While Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hepatitis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Alcoholic Cirrhosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hepatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda accept my insurance?
Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-5800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Rachakonda isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AscitesDr. Rachakonda isAdvanced. Learn about Ascites.
- CirrhosisDr. Rachakonda isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- HepatitisDr. Rachakonda isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Liver FailureDr. Rachakonda isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- MalnutritionDr. Rachakonda isAdvanced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Experienced
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Rachakonda isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Rachakonda isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Rachakonda isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Budd-Chiari SyndromeDr. Rachakonda isExperienced. Learn about Budd-Chiari Syndrome.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Rachakonda isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholangitisDr. Rachakonda isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.