
Dr. Shervin Shafa M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
510 21st St NW Washington DC, 20006About
Dr. Shervin Shafa is a gastroenterologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Shafa specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Shafa performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University 2007
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Pain
- Gas
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Nearest Hospitals
SIBLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
5255 LOUGHBORO RD NW WASHINGTON DC 20016HALQUIST MEMORIAL INPATIENT CENTERl
4715 NORTH 15 STREET ARLINGTON VA 22205MEDSTAR GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY HOSPITALl
3800 RESERVOIR RD WASHINGTON DC 20007HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALl
2041 GEORGIA AVE NW WASHINGTON DC 20060