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Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD
4.0 (21 Ratings)

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Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC.
Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD
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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 Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC.

About

Dr. Shafa graduated from East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine in 2007 and completed a residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC and has 17 years experience. Dr. Shafa currently practices at MedStar Health: Gastroenterology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and are affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Shafa has experience treating conditions like Nausea among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shafa received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Dr. Shafa's 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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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Esophageal Motility Disorders
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
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Hepatitis C
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Retroperitoneum Cancer
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Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
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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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Based on 21 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (4)

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Jul 29, 2024
Dr. Shafa was very good explained the details. I would recommend him to anyone thats need his care. Very nice dr.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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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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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shafa's profile.

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