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Dr. Arthur West, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 66
Dr. Arthur West, MD
4.2 (10 Ratings)

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Dr. Arthur West, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC.
Dr. Arthur West, MD
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Dr. Arthur West, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 66
Washington, DC
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Arthur West, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC.

About

Dr. Arthur West, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC and has 41 years experience. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. They currently practice at MedStar Health: Gastroenterology Consultants at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and are affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center and Medstar Montgomery Medical Center. Dr. West has experience treating conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Constipation and Eosinophilic Esophagitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. West received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. West is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Constipation
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Constipation
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Constipation
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Abdominal Pain
Nausea
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Vomiting Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Cancer
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
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)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Cholangitis
Cirrhosis
Congenital Achalasia
Cyclical Vomiting
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Enteritis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Food Allergy
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Peptic Ulcer
Potassium Deficiency
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Stomach Stenosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 MedStar Health: Gastroenterology Consultants at MedStar Washington Hospital Center
    106 Irving St NW Ste 216, Washington, DC 20010
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4.2
Based on 10 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (1)

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Apr 28, 2023
Dr. West is one of my favorite doctors. His bedside manner is impeccable. He calms the frightened mind with logic, professionalism and humor.
— Apr 28, 2023
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Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    1983
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Board Certifications

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

Dr. West frequently treats the following conditions: Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Constipation and Eosinophilic Esophagitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Arthur West, MD is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center and Medstar Montgomery Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Arthur West, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Medstar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC

  • Medstar Montgomery Medical Center

    18101 Prince Philip Dr, Olney, MD