Overview
Xuong Lu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Monongahela, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Lu is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
100 Stoops Dr, Monongahela, PA 15063
2589 Boyce Plaza Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Lu 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.
UPMC Digestive Health Care
Adam Slivka, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Slivka is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Slivka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Slivka is currently accepting new patients.
UPMC Digestive Health Care
David Binion, MD, specializes in inflammatory bowel disease gastroenterology and gastrointestinal transplant surgery and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at SUNY at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Binion is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Binion is currently accepting new patients.
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of Gastroenterology
David Whitcomb, MD, PhD, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Whitcomb completed his fellowship and residencies at the Duke University School of Medicine and medical degree at Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Whitcomb is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Xuong C. Lu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Xuong C. Lu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Xuong C. Lu by calling their office at 724-565-5164. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Xuong C. Lu a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Xuong C. Lu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Barrett Esophagus, 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. Xuong C. Lu specialize in?
While Dr. Xuong C. Lu is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Turcot Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Xuong C. Lu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Xuong C. Lu has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Barrett Esophagus. You can view a list of Dr. Xuong C. Lu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Xuong C. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Xuong C. Lu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 724-565-5164 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
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Lu isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Lu isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Advanced
- Angiodysplasia of the Colon
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal Stricture
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HeartburnDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Morning SicknessDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Lu isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AscitesDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- CholangitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastroparesisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GlucagonomaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- InsulinomaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Liver CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Liver FailureDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- PancreatectomyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- ProctitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- VisceromegalyDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Lu isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.


