Overview
Dr. Vivian Asamoah earned her medical degree at the University of Geneva, Switzerland. She completed an internship and residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in gastroenterology at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. In practice since 2001, Dr. Asamoah is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. Her primary clinical interests include screening and preventive colonoscopy, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), constipation, diarrhea, weight loss, weight gain, viral hepatitis and fatty liver. She treats patients 18 years and older and also speaks French, Twi and Spanish. Dr. Asamoah offers comprehensive gastrointestinal care focusing on prevention, lifestyle and nutrition. Immediate and same-day appointments are available. Her patients describe her as professional, kind and able to put them at ease by explaining details of their medical conditions. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and American College of Gastroenterology. A resident of the west Houston-Katy area, Dr. Asamoah enjoys reading, cooking and spending time with her family when she is away from her practice.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Portal Hypertension, Hepatitis, and Enlarged Liver.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Asamoah is currently accepting new patients.
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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. Vivian Asamoah
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vivian Asamoah?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vivian Asamoah by calling their office at 281-746-9284. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vivian Asamoah a top-rated expert for Visceromegaly?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vivian Asamoah is classified as an Experienced expert for Visceromegaly, 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. Vivian Asamoah specialize in?
While Dr. Vivian Asamoah is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Visceromegaly, Portal Hypertension, and Hepatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Vivian Asamoah participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vivian Asamoah has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Visceromegaly. You can view a list of Dr. Vivian Asamoah's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vivian Asamoah accept my insurance?
Dr. Vivian Asamoah accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-746-9284 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Asamoah isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- CirrhosisDr. Asamoah isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Asamoah isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- HepatitisDr. Asamoah isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Asamoah isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Portal HypertensionDr. Asamoah isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.