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Biography
Dr. Douglas Rex’s clinical interests are in endoscopy, particularly colonoscopy. He has the largest experience in endoscopic resection of large colon polyps in the United States, and the world’s largest experience in completing colonoscopy in patients with previous incomplete colonoscopy.
He manages patients at high risk for colon cancer including those with Lynch syndrome and polyposis syndromes. He also manages upper GI disorders, including Barrett’s esophagus.
Locations
Specialties & Details
Specialties:
Gastroenterology - Hepatology
Conditions & Treatments:
Colorectal Polyps, Colorectal Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Barrett's Esophagus
Education
School of Medicine:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Internship:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Residency:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Fellowship:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Hospitals & Affiliations
Hospital Privileges:
IU Health Methodist/IU Health University, IU Health North
Physician Group:
IU Health Physicians
Links & Awards
- Professional Awards/Achievements: Recipient of the "Rudolph V. Schindler Award" from the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE).
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