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Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD
3.1 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC.
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Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Washington, DC
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC.

About

Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC and has 17 years experience. They graduated from East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine in 2007 and completed a residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.They currently practice at MedStar Health: Gastroenterology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and are affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Shafa has experience treating conditions like Vomiting Disorders and Dysphagia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shafa 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. Shafa also speaks Spanish. Dr. Shafa is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Vomiting Disorders
Dysphagia
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Vomiting Disorders
Dysphagia
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Vomiting Disorders
Dysphagia
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Acute Gastritis
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Constipation
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Joint Pain
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Throat Pain
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
Acid Reflux
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Crohn's Disease
Cyclical Vomiting
Dehydration
Enteritis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Hepatitis B
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Pain
Liver Abscess
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Pharyngitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Shortness of Breath
Stomal Ulcer
Tobacco Use Disorder
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Esophageal Surgery
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immunization Administration
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 MedStar Health: Gastroenterology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Bldg 2RM2210, Washington, DC 20007
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3.1
Based on 9 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (4)

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May 04, 2018
Accessible, Extremely informative, detailed oriented, compassionate and excellent medical knowledge with application to patient care. Extremely talented surgeon!
JM in Washington, D.C. — May 04, 2018
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • George Washington University Hospital
    2011
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
    2014
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    2015
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Shafa frequently treats the following conditions: Vomiting Disorders and Dysphagia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Medstar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC