Summary

Dr. Kathleen Nilles is a gastroenterologist who specializes in transplant surgery, bringing 19 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where she developed expertise in complex digestive and liver conditions. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with serious liver diseases who may need surgical intervention. Dr. Nilles is fluent in English.

Dr. Nilles practices at the MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. She focuses on treating patients with cirrhosis, hepatic encephalopathy, and acute kidney injury. Her procedural expertise includes performing paracentesis to remove excess fluid from the abdomen and providing sedation for medical procedures. Patients have given Dr. Nilles an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her specialized care.

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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
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

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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19 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
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Washington , DCMcLean , VAMcLean , VAMcLean , VA
Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical College Med School: Georgetown University Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine
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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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Kathleen Nilles's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Rd. NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center (PHC), 2nd Floor, Washington, DC, 20007.

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