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Dr. Alan Ansher, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 68
Dr. Alan Ansher, MD
3.8 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Alan Ansher, MD is an Internist in Lorton, VA.
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Dr. Alan Ansher, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 68
Lorton, VA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alan Ansher, MD is an Internist in Lorton, VA.

About

Dr. Ansher graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1982 and completed a residency at GeorgeTown University.Dr. Alan Ansher, MD is an Internist in Lorton, VA and has 42 years experience. Dr. Ansher currently practices at Digestive Disease Physicians and are affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital and Virginia Hospital Center. Dr. Ansher has experience treating conditions like Esophageal Ulcer, Esophagitis and Barrett's Esophagus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ansher received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Ansher's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ansher is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Esophageal Ulcer
Esophagitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophagitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophagitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroptosis
Reflux Esophagitis
Abdominal Pain
Constipation
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Ulcer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Celiac Disease
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
All Types of Food Poisoning
Autoimmune Diseases
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Cirrhosis
Blood Disorders
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Cancer
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Anal Fissure
Cirrhosis
Coccygeal Pain
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Dehydration
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Cancer
Dysentery
E. coli Food Poisoning
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Fever
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Food Allergy
Food Poisoning
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hirschsprung's Disease
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Ischemic Colitis
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Pernicious Anemia
Pharyngitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Salmonella Food Poisoning
Shortness of Breath
Splenomegaly
Stomach Diseases
Throat Pain
Tobacco Use Disorder
Ulcer
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin_Deficiency
Anal Cauterization
Endoscopy
Gastroenterology Procedures
Impedance Testing
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    8988 Lorton Station Blvd, Lorton, VA 22079
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  2. 2 Loudoun Medical Group PC
    224D Cornwall St NW Ste 403, Leesburg, VA 20176
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  3. 3 Digestive Disease Physicians P.C.
    4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 305, Alexandria, VA 22304
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3.8
Based on 18 Reviews
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Jan 26, 2022
I think Dr. Ansher is a phenomenal physician. He has a great bedside manner and seems extremely competent. I was having esophagus problems and he performed an endoscopy. The report and recommendations and follow-up have all been excellent. I wouldn't even think about seeing any other GI doctor. I completely trust Dr. Ansher.
Kevin k — Jan 26, 2022
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Maryland School of Medicine
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • GeorgeTown University
    1983
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • GeorgeTown University
    1985
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Georgetown U/Va
    1985
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Ansher frequently treats the following conditions: Esophageal Ulcer, Esophagitis and Barrett's Esophagus. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Alan Ansher, MD is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital and Virginia Hospital Center.

Yes, Dr. Alan Ansher, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Inova Alexandria Hospital

    4320 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA

  • Inova Loudoun Hospital

    44045 Riverside Pkwy, Leesburg, VA

  • Virginia Hospital Center

    1701 N George Mason Dr, Arlington, VA