Summary

Dr. Kathleen Nilles is a gastroenterologist and transplant surgeon who brings 19 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and has developed expertise in both gastroenterology and transplant surgery. Dr. Nilles communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Nilles practices at the MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute in Washington, DC, where she specializes in treating serious liver conditions including cirrhosis and liver disease. She also manages hepatic encephalopathy, a complex condition that affects brain function in patients with liver problems. Her procedural expertise includes endoscopic treatment for variceal bleeding and upper GI endoscopy. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

3800 Reservoir Rd. NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center (PHC), 2nd FloorWashington, DC 20007

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Kathleen M Nilles, MDPaolo Lino Peghini, MDJoseph James Jennings, MDShandiz Shahbazi, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.7 
4.5 
19 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, French, German, Italian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Farsi
Washington , DCMcLean , VAMcLean , VAMcLean , VA
Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Med School: Universitat Zurich Med School: Georgetown University Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kathleen M Nilles

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Humana
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Kathleen M Nilles has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kathleen M Nilles has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Kathleen M Nilles holds an active medical license in the states of District Of Columbia and Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2008 and University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus in 2007.

NPI Number

Kathleen M Nilles' NPI number is 1396903928.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kathleen Nilles's office located?
Kathleen Nilles's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Rd. NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center (PHC), 2nd Floor, Washington, DC, 20007.
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