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Dr. David Silvers, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 72
Dr. David Silvers, MD
4.9 (128 Ratings)

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Dr. David Silvers, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Metairie, LA.
Dr. David Silvers, MD
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Dr. David Silvers, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 72
Metairie, LA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Silvers, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Metairie, LA.

About

Dr. David Silvers, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Metairie, LA and has 45 years experience. They graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1979 and completed a residency at Baylor College Med Affil Hospital.They currently practice at Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates and are affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital. Dr. Silvers has experience treating conditions like Crohn's Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Dysphagia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Silvers received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 128 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Silvers also speaks Spanish. Dr. Silvers is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Crohn's Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Dysphagia
Crohn's Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Gallstones
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Anal Fissure
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Prolapse
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Blood Disorders
Cancer
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Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Dehydration
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Atresia Without Fistula
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ischemia
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Diseases and Disorders
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatic Disease
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pharyngitis
Pinworm
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Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenomegaly
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Stomal Ulcer
Swallowing Disorders
Thrush
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Ulcer
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Anoscopy
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Capsule Endoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
Nutritional Counseling
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
VAP Lipid Testing
Weight Loss Management
Wireless pH Testing

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  • Gold HMO
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    Gold
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    TriCare for Life
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Locations

  1. 1 Metropolitan gastroenterology associates
    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 400, Metairie, LA 70006
  2. 2 Metropolitan gastroenterology associates
    4228 Houma Blvd Ste 120, Metairie, LA 70006
  3. 3 Stoneridge Endoscopy Center
    3333 Kingman St Ste 202, Metairie, LA 70006

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Silvers
4.9
Based on 128 Reviews
5 Stars (121)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Apr 11, 2024
Dr Silvers spends ample time listening and answering all concerns. Explains previous findings and will reach out to your other doctors if you have medical conditions that need to be addressed prior to scheduling any procedure. Very personable and makes you feel very comfortable and confident with the quality of care he provides.
— Apr 11, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Baylor College of Medicine Affil Hospital|Baylor College Med Affil Hospital
    1980
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Baylor College Med Affil Hospital
    1982
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    1984
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Silvers, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Silvers' profile.

Dr. Silvers frequently treats the following conditions: Crohn's Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Dysphagia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Silvers, MD is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. David Silvers, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA