25 of the Best Hepatologists Near Me

Virginia Evans, PA, is a physician assistant specializing in gastroenterology at UW Health. She cares for patients with a variety of general gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. These digestive system disorders can range from heartburn, nausea and upset stomach to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).Virginia has a special interest in celiac disease, also called gluten intolerance. She understands the challenges of this GI condition, which triggers an abnormal immune reaction to gluten — proteins in processed wheat and other grains. Virginia grew up seeing how celiac disease affected the lives of close family members with this condition. Now, she helps people manage celiac disease and other autoimmune and digestive disorders.Virginia works closely with gastroenterologists and other specialists to evaluate and treat patients. She listens to her patients’ concerns and offers them opportunities to be actively involved in their care. Virginia also partners with GI and pregnancy experts at UW Health as part of a program focused on pregnancy-related GI disorders.In her free time, Virginia enjoys gardening and watching novel educational programs. She also enjoys traveling.I like connecting with the patients and hearing their stories. It’s rewarding to see what we can do to improve their lives.

Jonathan Wong, DO, is a pediatric gastroenterologist at UW Health. Dr. Wong specializes in treating children with disorders of the GI tract (including the esophagus, stomach and intestines).Among the common issues Dr. Wong manages are reflux, trouble eating or swallowing, bowel movement issues (constipation and diarrhea), poor growth and complex inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease. He is skilled in the latest diagnostic endoscopy procedures and believes that “listening” is key when working to relieve children’s suffering.Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Wong serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health where he is an avid researcher. His research interests include how nutrition relates to inflammatory bowel disease in children and how to use nutrition to improve surgical outcomes and health after surgery.During his personal time, Dr. Wong enjoys hiking and camping in the great outdoors –particularly the North Woods of Wisconsin. He also enjoys watching sports and spending time with his wife, daughter and their dog.Making sure children and parents know we are interested helps to relieve stress. Getting them involved in the care plan sets the stage for a good outcome. Dr. Wong is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Margaret Bozdech, PA, is a physician assistant at UW Health. Margaret provides care for people with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.With a clinical interest in general GI medicine, Margaret sees patients with both common and more complex digestive conditions — everything from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), constipation, diarrhea and acid reflux to bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.Understanding that digestive conditions can affect all areas of a patient’s life, Margaret helps patients manage their conditions in order to improve their quality of life, making day-to-day living easier and more comfortable.The most rewarding part of my job is having patients come back into the clinic and tell me know much their lives have improved and how they’re now able to do things they previously couldn’t do.

Nicole Marx is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin.

Elizabeth Holden, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner who specializes in gastroenterology. She treats a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions ranging from inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis to common digestive conditions such as acid reflux, abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).Elizabeth specializes in IBD and IBS and offers personalized care for these conditions and their related symptoms. Understanding that digestive issues can affect all aspects of a person’s life, she listens to her patients’ concerns and goals to put them at ease. She gets their perspectives about treatment approaches and explains how targeted therapies can relieve symptoms and help patients to feel better.Her goal with every patient is to help them live life to the fullest without their disease or digestive condition interfering with day-to-day activities.In her free time, Elizabeth likes to play volleyball whenever she gets the chance. She is a busy mother of two and stays involved in her children’s activities.It’s an exciting time with new treatments and updated research on inflammatory bowel disease and GI conditions. We're learning more about the gut and its role in our health.

Dr. Lauren Gilbert received her medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. She completed her internal medicine residency, general gastroenterology fellowship, and transplant hepatology fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School. She has a special interest in MASLD and graduate medical education. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

Lorie Corcoran is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois.

Stephanie Greene, NP, specializes in Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Greene is currently accepting new patients.

I provide care for patients with advanced liver disease, as well as those pre- and post-liver transplantation. I strongly believe in a team-based approach to treating patients and building strong, long-lasting relationships between patients and their care team. I am passionate about staying up to date with current education, research, and treatments, and providing high-quality care. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling, adventuring outdoors, and exercising. Dr. Wescoe is board certified in National Comm On Certif Of Physician Assistants.

Tammy Davidson, RN, MSN, FNP, specializes in Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Davidson is currently accepting new patients.

Gabriela Lobato is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Lobato is board certified in Internal Medicine.

Victoria Buhrman is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Buhrman is board certified in Nurse Practitioner and Family. Dr. Buhrman is currently accepting new patients.

Brigid Toner is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. Dr. Toner is board certified in Physician Assistant. Dr. Toner is currently accepting new patients.

Marcy Weidkamp, NP, is a UW Health Kids nurse practitioner in pediatric gastroenterology. Marcy cares for children who have all types of gastrointestinal conditions. She commonly treats children who have various feeding challenges, including those with feeding tubes, supplemental support, constipation and motility disorders.Marcy works with babies who have just left the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and their families to provide nutritional support. She enjoys the challenges of helping care for babies and kids, and the rewards of seeing positive outcomes.Marcy takes a team approach in working with children and their families. She knows that there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach — especially with children. If something isn’t working in the care plan, she takes the time to talk through the challenges with the child and the family and make needed tweaks.In her personal life, Marcy enjoys spending time with her three kids, including watching them participate in baseball and other activities.Figuring out what works best for each patient and family and then partnering together in their care is really rewarding.

Jordan Cleary, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner in gastroenterology. She works with hospitalized patients.Jordan treats digestive health conditions, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, peptic ulcers, gallbladder disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, hepatitis and other liver disorders.Jordan works with each patient to develop a personalized care plan that aligns with their unique lifestyle, needs and goals. She enjoys building strong, trusting relationships. This allows her to serve as both a provider and a partner throughout patients’ health journeys.Jordan is passionate about helping others. She provides patient-centered care that ensures patients feel understood, supported and valued. She places a strong focus on preventive medicine and health promotion. Jordan connects patients with the knowledge and tools they need to take control of their health. She encourages patients to find activities and hobbies that enrich their health and quality of life.Outside of work, Jordan enjoys spending time with her dog, listening to music and being outdoors. She also likes to read books on health, wellness and personal growth.I believe each patient's health journey is unique and their medical care should reflect that. Together, we can build a pathway to better health.

Michelle Fohl is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fohl is board certified in Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gerontology Acute Care. Dr. Fohl is currently accepting new patients.

Genna Locke, PA, is a UW Health physician assistant in Gastroenterology.Genna evaluates and treats a wide range of digestive health concerns. These include difficulty swallowing, heartburn and acid reflux, abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, gastroparesis, constipation and diarrhea.Genna became a physician assistant because she was inspired knowing that an advanced practice practitioner can help patients and care teams every day while also improving access to care in the community. Her approach is centered on shared decision making and patient education and she values that each patient knows their body and brings their own lived experience. She partners with patients to make informed choices and believes people do better when they understand their condition, treatment plan and necessary screenings.Outside of work, Genna enjoys traveling. She also enjoys reading, learning new languages, spending time outdoors, and being with her loved ones.

Rebecca Hall, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner specializing in gastroenterology. She provides care for patients over the age of 18 with conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract (involving the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, pancreas, gallbladder, liver, colon, rectum and bile ducts).Rebecca treats a range of common digestive concerns, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcers and issues that affect bowel movements. She also helps patients manage chronic GI conditions and inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.Using a holistic approach to care, Rebecca works with patients to navigate their diagnosis and improve their quality of life. She partners with her patients to find solutions that fit their goals, relieve their stress and reduce their discomfort. Rebecca educates her patients about lifestyle changes that can aid in symptom relief and works with them to receive the correct medication, if needed.Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys hiking, reading and spending time with her family.Listening to a patient’s story is the starting point to care. You can’t do anything for someone if you don’t take time to listen and figure out what’s important to them.

Monica Zablotney is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin.

Justin Mahr is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Emily Hampton is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Kristin Lescalleet is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Middletown, Ohio. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

Emily Grubb is a Hepatologist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. She has been practicing medicine for over 2 years. Dr. Grubb is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners and (Nurse Practitioner, Family).

John Bloor is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Centennial, Colorado.

Vincenzo Cardinale is a Gastroenterologist and a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years.