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Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 80
Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD
3.1 (9 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, NY.
Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD
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Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 80
Staten Island, NY
Accepting new patients
56 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, NY.

About

Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, NY and has 56 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF COLOMBO / FACULTY OF MEDICINE. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center. Dr. Wickremesinghe has experience treating conditions like Diffuse Esophageal Spasm, Esophagitis and Esophageal Motility Disorders among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Wickremesinghe received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Wickremesinghe also speaks Chinese and Sinhala. Dr. Wickremesinghe is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Chronic Gastritis
Reflux Esophagitis
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Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
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Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Varices
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Vomiting Disorders
Anal Cauterization
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
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Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Cirrhosis
Congenital Achalasia
Dehydration
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
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Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Liver Abscess
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Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Megacolon
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenic Infarct
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
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Endoscopy
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Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Prasanna C. Wickremesinghe MD PC
    481 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 818-1234

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wickremesinghe
3.1
Based on 9 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (4)

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Mar 11, 2024
I am so grateful to Dr. Wick, he diagnosed my daughter when nobody could, and we saw so many great doctors over 20 years.Doctor Wick is the greatest.
Zhanna Taslitsky — Mar 11, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Sinhala
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF COLOMBO / FACULTY OF MEDICINE
    1968
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Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wickremesinghe's profile.

Dr. Wickremesinghe frequently treats the following conditions: Diffuse Esophageal Spasm, Esophagitis and Esophageal Motility Disorders. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Prasanna Wickremesinghe, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Richmond University Medical Center

    355 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY