Robert C. Kapel

Robert C. Kapel, MD, is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Yale School of Medicine's Department of Medicine (Digestive Diseases). He specializes in clinical gastroenterology and endoscopy, with over 20 years of practice in Connecticut. His research focuses on improving adherence to clinical guidelines in gastrointestinal disorders such as celiac disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, and Barrett's esophagus. He is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and has been recognized as a Top Doctor in the New York Metro Area.

Education & Training:

• MD: Weill Cornell University Medical College (1989)
• BA: Cornell University, Arts and Sciences (1985)
• Residency & Chief Residency: The Mount Sinai Hospital (1992–1993)
• Gastroenterology Fellowship: University of Miami (1995)

Research Interests:

• Eosinophilic esophagitis diagnostic practices
• Celiac disease guideline adherence
• Barrett's esophagus surveillance protocols
• Colon cancer screening strategies
• Impact of endoscopy practice patterns on diagnostic outcomes

Awards & Affiliations:

• Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology
• Top Doctor (Castle Connolly, New York Metro Area)

Labs & Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at Yale School of Medicine focused on gastrointestinal health and translational research.