Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD

Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD

GastroenterologyFemaleAge 56

Gastroenterology

Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Centennial, CO. Dr. Rafiq has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. She is affiliated with The Medical Center of Aurora. Her office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
13111 E Briarwood Ave Ste 300
Centennial, CO 80112

Locations

Rocky Mountain Gastroenterology Associates-Centennial

Rocky Mountain Gastroenterology Associates-Centennial13111 E Briarwood Ave Ste 300 Centennial, CO 80112
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rafiq is affiliated with The Medical Center of Aurora Aurora, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Rafiq is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals

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Experience
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No malpractice claims found for Colorado
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Rafiq

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Rafiq treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Rafiq treats other conditions, please contact the office at (303) 671-5553.

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. Rafiq is experienced in the area of Esophageal Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

Based on claims data for 19 conditions and procedures

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Dr. Rafiq's conditions and procedures:

  • Gastroptosis
  • Gas-Bloat Syndrome
  • Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
  • Abdominal Disorders
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
  • Alcoholic Hepatitis
  • Anal or Rectal Pain
  • Anemia
  • Ascites
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Benign Tumor
  • Bile Duct Obstruction
  • Blood Disorders
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Chronic Gastritis
  • Cirrhosis
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Colorectal Polyp
  • Congenital Anomaly Intestine
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Dehydration
  • Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
  • Diarrhea
  • Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
  • Diverticulitis
  • Diverticulosis
  • Duodenal Ulcer
  • Duodenitis
  • Dysphagia
  • E. coli Food Poisoning
  • Enteritis
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
  • Esophageal Diseases
  • Esophageal Diverticulum
  • Esophageal Motility Disorders
  • Esophageal Ulcer
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Esophagitis
  • Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
  • Food Allergy
  • Gallstones
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Gastritis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases
  • Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
  • Gastroparesis
  • Heartburn
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis B - Immune Response
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hernia
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
  • Ileus
  • Indigestion
  • Infectious Diarrheal Disease
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Intestinal Diverticulitis
  • Intestinal Diverticulosis
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Intestinal Ulcer
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Liver Damage from Alcohol
  • Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
  • Malnutrition
  • Megacolon
  • Nausea
  • Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Pancreatitis
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Pyloric Stenosis
  • Rectal Ulcer
  • Reflux Esophagitis
  • Retroperitoneum Cancer
  • Stomach Diseases
  • Stomal Ulcer
  • Ulcer
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Unexplained Weight Loss
  • Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
  • Viral Enteritis
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Vitamin_Deficiency
  • Vomiting Disorders
  • Bile Duct Procedure
  • Biliary Drainage
  • Colon Cancer Screening
  • Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer Screening
  • Duodenal Polypectomy
  • Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
  • ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • Gallbladder Scan
  • Gastroenterology Procedures
  • 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
  • Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Liver Function Test
  • Manometry
  • pH Probe
  • Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
  • Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
  • Screening Colonoscopy
  • VAP Lipid Testing
  • Wireless pH Testing

Dr. Rafiq's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rafiq

4.3

Based on 11 ratings

5 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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The best
The best gastroenterologist! She met with me on short notice and came up with a multitude of possible diagnoses and solutions. She is very intelligent in her field and she made me feel safe and heard.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 31, 2023
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Nice person reports back to you right then and there!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jim – Nov 12, 2019
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I was treated at the hospital by Dr. Rafiq for an unexplained and sudden GI bleed that left me anemic, weak, and with very low hemoglobin. Dr. Rafiq and her assistant, Julie LeBlanc, of the Centennial Rocky Mountain Gastro office were fantastic. Dr. Rafiq is professional, thorough, very focused and compassionate. She sequentially conducted an Endoscopy, Colonoscopy and Capsule Endoscopy to cover all the bases and resolve the problem. I highly recommend this doctor, her team and the group.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Raul Carballido in Aurora – Jun 25, 2018
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Very good bedside manners. Explains everything in full and answers all questions in detail.
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
6 people found this helpful
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Staci in AURORA – May 24, 2018
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I did research and found that she was more qualified than other gastroenterologists in the area. Excellent bedside manners during my office consultation. Took the time to answer each one of my questions in easy to understand language without medical jargon. On the day of my procedure I noted that other doctors were rushing through and she was taking time on each procedure and explaining things afterwards.
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
10 people found this helpful
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Centennial, CO – Mar 22, 2017
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Very good post endoscopy and colonoscopy explanation of what she had found and how to deal with any anomalies. The staff at Aurora was equally helpful and easy to deal with.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Stephen Konegni in Aurora, CO – Aug 25, 2016
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Dr. Rafiq is very knowledgeable, experienced, and caring. She made multiple phone calls during my visit to expedite my care. I highly recommend her.
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
13 people found this helpful
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Castle Rock, CO – Mar 11, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Rafiq completed her gastroenterology fellowship at the State University of New York in 2005. She worked at Presbyterian Medical Group as an attending...Read more

Specialties

  • Gastroenterology

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®

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American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology

State University of New York - Buffalo

Residency Hospital

Fatima Jinnah Medical College

Medical School

Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (303) 671-5553

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD?

    New patients may call (720) 918-3876 to make an appointment.

    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD?

    Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD accepts various insurance plans. You can easily check if your insurance provider is accepted by using the Healthgrades insurance check. We recommend verifying your insurance coverage before scheduling an appointment to ensure a seamless experience.

    Does Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD accept new patients?

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

    What are Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD specializes in Esophageal Disorders. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Shazia Rafiq, MD's office address?

    Dr. Rafiq's office is located at 13111 E Briarwood Ave Ste 300, Centennial, CO 80112. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Rafiq is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

    Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

    The Medical Center of Aurora

    Aurora, CO

    64% Patients that would definitely recommend, 6% lower than the national average

    26 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2023)