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Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 38
Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD
5.0 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 38
Southington, CT
Accepting new patients
12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Southington, CT.
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Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Southington, CT and has 12 years experience. They graduated from Drexel University. They currently practice at Connecticut GI - Southington and are affiliated with The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus and Day Kimball Hospital. At present, Dr. Potashinsky received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Potashinsky is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Connecticut GI - Southington
    55 Meriden Ave Ste 2C, Southington, CT 06489
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (860) 370-3832
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
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    Sunday
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  2. 2 Connecticut GI: New Britain
    1 Liberty Sq, New Britain, CT 06051
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Experience and Background Check

Abdominal Pain
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Gastritis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Alkalosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ascites
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Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Bedsores
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bowel Strangulation
Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Celiac Disease
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Crohn's Disease
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Down Syndrome
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malnutrition
Megacolon
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Peptic Ulcer
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Polyneuropathy
Postnasal Drip
Potassium Deficiency
Pouchitis
Purpura
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Pyloric Stenosis
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Rectal Ulcer
Restless Leg Syndrome
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Splenomegaly
Stomal Ulcer
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Yeast Infections
Colonoscopy
Immunization Administration

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Apr 25, 2024
Very professional, and felt comfortable during my consultation . He was very thorough. He had treated both my husband and son and we were very pleased. Highly recommend him!
Kathleen Celentano — Apr 25, 2024
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • We operate on three guiding principles: Patient First, Quality Centric, and Provider-Led. As the largest and most reputable team of gastroenterology experts in the US, we provide unparalleled patient care with nationwide access.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Southington, CT and has over 11 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University in 2012. He specializes in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.
Biography
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Drexel University
    2012
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Potashinsky's profile.

Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD is affiliated with The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus and Day Kimball Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Alexander Potashinsky, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Potashinsky has over 12 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus

    100 Grand St, New Britain, CT

  • Day Kimball Hospital

    320 Pomfret St, Putnam, CT

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