Gastroenterology

Michael Ryan, M.D.

Professor of Clinical Internal Medicine

Dr. Michael J. Ryan, MD, FACP, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and transplant hepatologist practicing in Norfolk, Virginia, with over 45 years of experience. He specializes in treating complex gastrointestinal and liver conditions, including cirrhosis, gallstones, intestinal obstruction, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, alcohol-related liver damage, splenomegaly, diaphragmatic and hiatal hernia, dysphagia, constipation, esophageal disorders, panc

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Gastroenterology (ABIM)
Transplant Hepatology (ABIM)

Education & Training

Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (MD, 1979)
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1982)
Fellowship: Yale-New Haven Hospital (Gastroenterology, 1984)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hepatology (GI)

Conditions & Treatments

Bile Duct DisordersHepatitis CHepatitis BHepatologyViral HepatitisCirrhosis & Liver DiseaseFatty Liver DiseaseLiver CancerLiver Disease

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health Plans

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
Sentara Obici Hospital
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Sentara Leigh Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Ryan treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Ryan accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Michael Ryan's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 47 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Ryan practice?

Michael Ryan practices in Norfolk, VA with hospital affiliations including Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, and Sentara Obici Hospital.

What does Dr. Ryan specialize in?

Michael Ryan is a board-certified gastroenterology specialist with focus areas in Hepatology (GI).

How long has Dr. Ryan been practicing?

Michael Ryan has 47+ years of clinical experience in gastroenterology.

What is Dr. Ryan's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (MD, 1979); Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1982); Fellowship: Yale-New Haven Hospital (Gastroenterology, 1984).