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John Vargo

Gastroenterology

John Vargo, MD

Director, Endoscopic Operations; Director, Endoscopic Innovation and Research; Head, Section of Advanced Endoscopy; Chairman Emeritus, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cleveland Clinic

Independence, OH

Dr. John J. Vargo, MD, is a highly experienced gastroenterologist with over 40 years in the field, specializing in advanced endoscopy and pancreaticobiliary disorders. He serves as Director of Endoscopic Operations, Director of Endoscopic Innovation and Research, Head of the Section of Advanced Endoscopy, and Chairman Emeritus of the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Cleveland Clinic's Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute. Dr. Vargo treats a wide range of conditions, includ

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40+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine (ABIM)
  • Gastroenterology (ABIM)

Education & Training

  • University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry — MD, 1985
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation — Fellowship, Gastroenterology
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation — Fellowship, Hepatology
  • UPMC-Montefiore — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1986-1988
  • UPMC-Montefiore — Internship, Internal Medicine

Peer Recognition

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2012-2026 (15 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

PancreaticobiliaryAdvanced Endoscopy

Conditions & Treatments

PancreatitisBile Duct DisordersERCP & Biliary EndoscopyPancreatic CancerEndoscopic Ultrasound

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • MetroHealth Medical Center
  • Cleveland Clinic

Languages

English

Experience

40+ years in practice