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Kate Cheng, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology • Pediatric Transplant Hepatology- Telehealth visits
Kate Cheng, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology • Pediatric Transplant Hepatology- Telehealth visits
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About me
Dr. Kate Cheng is a pediatric gastroenterologist and liver specialist specializes in treating various liver diseases, liver transplantation and obesity.
Cheng's research focuses on optimizing care and minimizing complications for children who are waiting for a liver transplant. She also advocates for children through her work on collaborative multicenter research projects and by serving on national committees.
Cheng earned her medical degree at the Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed a residency in pediatrics at the Indiana University School of Medicine, followed by fellowships in pediatric gastroenterology and pediatric transplant hepatology at UCSF.
Education & training
Board certification
- Gastroenterology, American Board of Pediatrics
- Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics
Fellowship
- Pediatric Transplant Hepatology, UCSF School of Medicine -GME
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, UCSF School of Medicine -GME
Residency
- Pediatrics, Indiana University Hospitals School of Med - GME
Degree
- MD, Ohio State University College of Medicine/Health
Academic Title
- Health Sciences Clinical Professor
My expertise
Specialties
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Transplant Hepatology
Locations
My work
Mom's liver donation saves daughter's life
My research
Publications
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