Overview
Dr. Wing-Kin Syn specializes in treatment of liver diseases, offering advanced care for patients with alcoholic and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, chronic liver disease, hepatitis, alcoholic steatohepatitis and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Services include noninvasive assessment of liver disease, liver biopsy and liver elastography. Dr. Syn is interested in clinical trials related to treatment of liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, as well as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Additional research interests include identifying risk factors for the progression of liver diseases related to Type 2 diabetes mellitus and methotrexate use, as well as the development of liver cancer. At Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. Syn is division director and professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He is associate editor for Digestive Disease Science and Honorary Professor (Physiology) at University of the Basque Country, Bilbao.
His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Syn 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.
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Brent Neuschwander is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Neuschwander is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.
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Dr. Kamran Qureshi treats patients for a range of liver diseases, including autoimmune liver disease, liver cancer, cirrhosis, and infectious hepatitis. He performs screening endoscopic procedures and manages liver transplantations. His research interests include liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension and liver cancer. Dr. Qureshi is an associate professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, European Association for the Study of the Liver, American Gastroenterological Association, and American College of Gastroenterology. Dr. Qureshi is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.
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Dr. Hany Elbeshbeshy specializes in liver transplant services and treatment of advanced liver diseases, including liver cancer, cirrhosis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NASH). He also provides pre- and post-liver transplant care in both hospital and clinic settings. Dr. Elbeshbeshy works with other specialists to provide a team approach to liver cancer patients seeking a cure. His research interests include NASH, liver cancer and liver transplantation. Dr. Elbeshbeshy is an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He holds memberships in the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Elbeshbeshy is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wing-kin Syn
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wing-kin Syn?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wing-kin Syn by calling their office at 314-257-3760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wing-kin Syn a top-rated expert for Visceromegaly?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wing-kin Syn 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. Wing-kin Syn specialize in?
While Dr. Wing-kin Syn is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Wing-kin Syn accept my insurance?
Dr. Wing-kin Syn accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-3760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Syn isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AscitesDr. Syn isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- CirrhosisDr. Syn isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Syn isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Syn isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Syn isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.