Overview
Dr. Wissam Kiwan treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions and offers expertise in advanced endoscopy, including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), diagnostic and therapeutic luminal endoscopy, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). He offers medical and endoscopic management of biliary and pancreatic diseases, gastric disorders, small bowel and large bowel diseases, and esophageal conditions. He also offers staging and sampling of GI tract cancers, such as esophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers. Dr. Kiwan's research interests include pancreaticobiliary diseases, medical education, endoscopy training, colon cancer prevention and treatment, endoscopic treatment of GI tract lesions, and bariatric endoscopy. Dr. Kiwan is an assistant 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 Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastrointestinal Association and American College of Gastroenterology.
Dr. Kiwan is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Menetrier Disease, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kiwan 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. Wissam Kiwan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wissam Kiwan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wissam Kiwan 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. Wissam Kiwan a top-rated expert for Menetrier Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wissam Kiwan is classified as an Advanced expert for Menetrier Disease, 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. Wissam Kiwan specialize in?
While Dr. Wissam Kiwan is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Menetrier Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Wissam Kiwan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wissam Kiwan has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Menetrier Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Wissam Kiwan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wissam Kiwan accept my insurance?
Dr. Wissam Kiwan 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
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
- Advanced
- EndoscopyDr. Kiwan isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Kiwan isAdvanced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Experienced
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Kiwan isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Kiwan isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Kiwan isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Kiwan isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Kiwan isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Kiwan isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.