Summary

Dr. Vijay Caplash is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in nephrology, bringing six decades of medical experience to his practice. He completed his medical degree at Pt B D S Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences and furthered his training with a residency at University of Louisville Hospital. His extensive experience spans 60 years of caring for patients with complex internal medicine and kidney-related conditions.

Dr. Caplash practices at UAB St Vincents Birmingham in Birmingham, Alabama, where he maintains affiliations with both UAB Saint Vincents East Hospital and UAB St Vincents Birmingham. He treats patients with acid reflux and GERD, including pediatric cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease. His procedural expertise includes performing upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and CT enterography to diagnose and monitor digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 60 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • University Louisville Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Uab St Vincents Birmingham

810 Saint Vincents DrBirmingham, AL 35205

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60 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English Speaks English
Birmingham , ALBirmingham , ALAugusta , GALyons , CO
Med School: Pt B D S Postgraduate Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijay Kumar Caplash

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Viva Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vijay Kumar Caplash has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vijay Kumar Caplash has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrology
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Louisville Hospital

Medical School

Pt B D S Postgraduate Institute Of Medical SciencesGraduated in 1966

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Dr. Vijay Caplash is affiliated with Uab Saint Vincents East Hospital and Uab St Vincents Birmingham.
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Dr. Vijay Caplash's office is located at 810 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35205.
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