Search

See All Gastroenterologists in Rockville, MD

Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD
4.1 (32 Ratings)
Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Rockville, MD.
Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD
4.1 (32 Ratings)
Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Rockville, MD
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Rockville, MD.

About

Dr. Defonseka graduated from University of California at Los Angeles. Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Rockville, MD and has 16 years experience. Dr. Defonseka currently practices at Practice. At present, Dr. Defonseka received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. Dr. Defonseka's office accepts new patients. Dr. Defonseka is board certified in Gastroenterology.

Compare with other Gastroenterologists

Compare Dr. Defonseka with our nearby Gastroenterologists at Cleveland Clinic
These providers are on the medical staff of Cleveland Clinic
These providers are on the medical staff of Cleveland Clinic.
Advertisement

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
  • View other providers who treat Anemia
Bacterial Infections of the Digestive Tract
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Constipation
Chronic Digestive Disorders
Chronic Erosive Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colitis
  • View other providers who treat Colitis
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
  • View other providers who treat Diarrhea
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Digestive Disorders
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroenteritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
  • View other providers who treat Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
  • View other providers who treat Nausea
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Ulcer
  • View other providers who treat Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Hepatitis
Vomiting Disorders
Anoscopy
  • View other providers who treat Anoscopy
Biliary Drainage
Capsule Endoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopic Common Bile Duct Stone Removal
Endoscopic Polypectomy
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
ERCP With Spincterotomy
Fecal Impaction Removal
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
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
Manometry
Percutaneous Edoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
pH Probe
  • View other providers who treat pH Probe
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Aetna

Locations

  1. 1 Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid Atlantic States Inc.
    1396 Piccard Dr, Rockville, MD 20850

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Defonseka
4.1
Based on 32 Reviews
5 Stars (25)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (7)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Defonseka?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
Apr 30, 2020
I am very grateful for the care provided as well as the option for phone visits. Excellent job!
— Apr 30, 2020
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Defonseka to family and friends

Dr. Defonseka's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Defonseka

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile

About Me

Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California at Los Angeles
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Defonseka communicate via email?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka offer an online patient portal?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka have free onsite parking?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka offer weekend visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka offer evening visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Defonseka accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Yes, Dr. Arushi Defonseka, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.