Overview
Wei Hou is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Dr. Hou is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Hou is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
121 Nationwide Dr Ste A, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hou 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wei Hou
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wei Hou?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wei Hou by calling their office at 434-384-1862. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wei Hou a top-rated expert for Lower Esophageal Ring?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wei Hou is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lower Esophageal Ring, 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. Wei Hou specialize in?
While Dr. Wei Hou is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Wei Hou participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wei Hou has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lower Esophageal Ring. You can view a list of Dr. Wei Hou's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wei Hou accept my insurance?
Dr. Wei Hou accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 434-384-1862 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
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Hou isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS)Dr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS).
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- HeartburnDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Morning SicknessDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Hou isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
- CirrhosisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- GastroparesisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- ProctitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Stomach CancerDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- TenesmusDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Hou isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.