Best Gastroenterologists and Abdominal Medicine Doctors in Asheville, NC

Tushar C. Patel, M.B., Ch.B., is a physician, scientist, educator and administrator. He has a specialty interest in diseases affecting the liver, with expertise in liver cancers and in transplant hepatology. As dean for research, Dr. Patel oversees all research programs and activities at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Areas of clinical expertise include: Liver cancers, such as hepatocellular cancer and bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) Biliary tract diseases, such as primary sclerosing cholangitis and primary biliary cholangitis Diseases of the liver, such as viral hepatitis, fatty liver disease and cirrhosis Providing team-based care in the Liver Transplant Program to patients with end-stage liver disease Promoting patients' understanding of their diseases and empowering them to become partners in managing their health In addition to his clinical activities, Dr. Patel is active in research, education and administration. He has authored expert content and publishes high-impact publications in many different areas related to liver cancers and liver diseases. He serves as a mentor to students, staff and physicians. Interests Clinical and transplant hepatology Liver and biliary cancers

Interests Pancreatic and biliary diseases Genetic disorders of the pancreas Adult cystic fibrosis

Interests Esophageal motility Reflux and other esophageal diseases Motility disorders