Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD

GastroenterologyMaleAge 70

Gastroenterology

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Bethesda, MD and has over 46 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bakhshi has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from All India Inst Med Scis in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities Holy Cross Hospital and Suburban Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD

Bakhshi & Gupta Mds

9406 Old Georgetown Rd Bethesda, MD 20814
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Takes several calls to get a call back. Dr Bahski isn’t attentive. He rushes every appointment and doesn’t ask if you have questions. Wouldn’t recommend.
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  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 16, 2021
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As a PhD scientist, I found Dr. Bakhshi to be very knowledgable about my condition and to apply the latest treatment. He was easy to talk to and responsive to my questions.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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karen gray in annandale, VA – Mar 14, 2017
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I would trust this doctor with my life and my friends and family also he has been my top doc for many years and i keep on sending all the people i know too see him thank you for all your years of service
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Biography

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Bethesda, MD and has over 47 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bakhshi has extensive...Read more

Specialties

  • Gastroenterology
  • Rheumatology

Board Certifications

  • Allergy & Immunology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology

Education

1983
Natl Inst Hlth
Fellowship Hospital
1981
U Calif
Residency Hospital
1979
Stony Brook University Hospital S U N Y Health Sciences Center
Residency Hospital
1977
Stony Brook University Hospital S U N Y Health Sciences Center
Internship Hospital
1976
All India Inst Med Scis
Medical School

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi

Awards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD?

New patients may call (301) 579-8941 to make an appointment.

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Does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD accept any insurance plans?

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What are Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD specializes in Pancreatic Disease and Gastrointestinal Disorders. See more on Healthgrades.

What conditions does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD treat?

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Abdominal Pain, Gastritis, and Gastrointestinal Bleeding. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD's office address?

Dr. Bakhshi's office is located at 9406 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages is Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD fluent in?

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Is Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital and Suburban Hospital.

How much experience does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD have?

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD has over 46 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.7/5 for Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD. Patients say that the appointment wasn't rushed and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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Frequently Treated by Dr. Bakhshi

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Bakhshi treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Bakhshi treats other conditions, please contact the office at (301) 530-5142.

Pancreatic Disease

Pancreatic disease specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the pancreas, such as pancraetitis.Compare with other Pancreatic Disease specialists.

Dr. Bakhshi is experienced in the area of Pancreatic Disease. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Esophageal Disorders

Esophageal disorder specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the esophagus, such as reflux esophagitis, indigestion, and esophageal ulcers through procedures including medication, surgery, and swallowing therapy.Compare with other Esophageal Disorders specialists.

Dr. Bakhshi is experienced in the area of Esophageal Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Nausea
Dysphagia
Indigestion
Heartburn
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Gastrointestinal Disorders

Gastrointestinal disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions that affect the gastrointestinal tract, including Crohn's disease, ulcers, hernias, and food poisoning.Compare with other Gastrointestinal Disorders specialists.

Dr. Bakhshi is experienced in the area of Gastrointestinal Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
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Dr. Bakhshi's conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Gastritis
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Amyloidosis
  • Anal or Rectal Pain
  • Anemia
  • Arthritis
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Boerhaave's Syndrome
  • Celiac Disease
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Cirrhosis
  • Congenital Achalasia
  • Constipation
  • Copper Metabolism Disorders
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Dehydration
  • Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
  • Dry Eyes
  • Duodenal Ulcer
  • Duodenitis
  • Dysentery
  • Dysphagia
  • Enteritis
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
  • Esophageal Diverticulum
  • Esophageal Motility Disorders
  • Esophageal Ulcer
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Esophagitis
  • Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
  • Fever
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Food Allergy
  • Gallstones
  • Gas-Bloat Syndrome
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
  • Gastroparesis
  • Giardiasis
  • Gout
  • Heartburn
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B - Immune Response
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hernia
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Ileus
  • Indigestion
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Intestinal Diverticulitis
  • Intestinal Diverticulosis
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Joint Pain
  • Lactose Intolerance
  • Limb Pain
  • Liver Damage from Alcohol
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lupus
  • Lyme Disease
  • Malaise and Fatigue
  • Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
  • Malnutrition
  • Megacolon
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Non-Neonatal Jaundice
  • Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Foot
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pancreatitis
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Pinworm
  • Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
  • Primary Biliary Cholangitis
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Pyloric Stenosis
  • Raynaud's Disease
  • Reflux Esophagitis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Sjögren's Syndrome
  • Spondylitis
  • Stomal Ulcer
  • Temporal Arteritis
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Unexplained Weight Loss
  • Vasculitis
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Viral Infection
  • Vomiting Disorders
  • Bile Duct Procedure
  • Biliary Drainage
  • Bone Density Scan
  • Colon Cancer Screening
  • Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer Screening
  • Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
  • Duodenal Polypectomy
  • Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
  • 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
  • Joint Fluid Test
  • Liver Function Test
  • Musculoskeletal Function Test
  • Osteoporosis Screening
  • pH Probe
  • Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
  • Screening Colonoscopy
  • Steroid Injection
  • Transendoscopic Stent Placement
  • Ultrasound, Endoanal
  • Ultrasound, Esophageal
  • Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
  • VAP Lipid Testing
  • Wireless pH Testing

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Bakhshi & Gupta Mds

Bethesda Hospitalist Partners LLC9406 Old Georgetown Rd Bethesda, MD 20814
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