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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Dr. Ira Shocket, MD
4.9 (56 Ratings)

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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC.
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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Washington, DC
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ira Shocket, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC.

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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC and has 40 years experience. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1984 and completed a residency at University Hospital.They currently practice at Digestive Care Specialists and are affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Shocket has experience treating conditions like Crohn's Disease and Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shocket received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 56 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shocket is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Crohn's Disease
Constipation
Vomiting Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Constipation
Vomiting Disorders
Abdominal Pain
Acute Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cirrhosis
Coccygeal Pain
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Giardiasis
Heartburn
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hereditary Amyloidosis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hirschsprung's Disease
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcer
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Complex Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Gallbladder Scan
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
pH Probe
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Proctosigmoidoscopy
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland
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    CareFirst Maryland POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Washington Gastroenterology PC
    106 Irving St NW Ste 205, Washington, DC 20010
  2. 2 Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center
    5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 500, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shocket
4.9
Based on 56 Reviews
5 Stars (53)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Sep 06, 2024
Dr. Shocket takes his time with patients and is very smart. Kind, understanding and clever, his manner with patients is terrific.
Margo M. — Sep 06, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Boston University Hospital
    1985
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Hospital
    1987
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Va Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ira Shocket, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shocket's profile.

Dr. Shocket frequently treats the following conditions: Crohn's Disease and Constipation. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ira Shocket, MD is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

Yes, Dr. Ira Shocket, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC