Overview
Dr. Chey received his BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania and medical degree & training in internal medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine. He went on to complete a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. Since completing this fellowship, Dr. Chey has remained at the University of Michigan, where he is H. Marvin Pollard Professor of Gastroenterology, Professor of Nutrition Sciences, and Chief, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Chey runs a very active clinical research group which has received funding from federal and private sources. Dr. Chey has authored more than 400 manuscripts, reviews and book chapters yielding an H-index of 50. He is former Co-editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Gastroenterology (2010-2016) and serves on the editorial boards of several other journals. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees and in 2026, will become President of the American College of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation and IFFGD. He has participated in and directed numerous national and international continuing medical education programs in gastroenterology, and has been elected to the roster of Best Doctors since 2001 and America's™ Top Doctors since 2009. Dr. Chey has received numerous awards including the Berk-Fise Award for outstanding clinical service from the ACG, the Distinguished Clinician Award from the AGA, Dean’s Outstanding Clinician Award, Dean’s Award for Innovation and Commercialization, and the Healio Disruptive Innovator Award.
Dr. Chey is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Chey is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 250 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception D, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, Brighton, MI 48116
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Chey 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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Rogel Cancer Center
I am a transplant hepatologist and clinical researcher committed to the care of patients with liver cancer and advanced liver disease. I serve as the Medical Director of the Multidisciplinary Liver Tumor Clinic and Medical Director of the Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program. I believe that patients should have an active voice in their care and I work jointly with patients to ensure that their needs are met. Dr. Parikh is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Parikh is board certified in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology.
Taubman Center
Anna Lok is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Lok is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.
East Ann Arbor Ambulatory Surgery & Medical Procedures Center
Dr. Fontana is a Professor of Medicine and Director of the Transplant Hepatology Fellowship Program. He is recognized as a national and international expert in managing patients with cirrhosis, portal hypertension and nearly all forms of acute and chronic liver disease. He has particular research interest in patients with drug induced liver injury, viral hepatitis, and genetic liver disease. Dr. Fontana is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Fontana is board certified in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William D. Chey
How do I make an appointment with Dr. William D. Chey?
You can book an appointment with Dr. William D. Chey by calling their office at 888-229-7408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. William D. Chey a top-rated expert for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William D. Chey is classified as an Elite expert for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), 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. William D. Chey specialize in?
While Dr. William D. Chey is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, and Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. William D. Chey participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. William D. Chey has published 250 articles and abstracts on conditions like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). You can view a list of Dr. William D. Chey's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. William D. Chey accept my insurance?
Dr. William D. Chey accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-229-7408 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.
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- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Chey isElite. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)
- DiarrheaDr. Chey isElite. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
- Distinguished
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Chey isDistinguished. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Chey isDistinguished. Learn about Encopresis.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Chey isDistinguished. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Chey isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- GastroparesisDr. Chey isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HeartburnDr. Chey isDistinguished. Learn about Heartburn.
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- ColitisDr. Chey isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Chey isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Chey isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Chey isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Chey isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MalabsorptionDr. Chey isAdvanced. Learn about Malabsorption.
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- AchalasiaDr. Chey isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Chey isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Chey isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Chey isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Chey isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.