- Gastroenterologists
- DC
- Washington, DC
- Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD
Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD
Gastroenterology•Male•Age 43
Gastroenterology
Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Washington, DC. Dr. Shafa has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW Washington, DC 20007 ()Make an Appointment
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Gastroenterology
- Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Education
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Shafa has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
What are Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Shafa frequently treats Esophageal Disorders. See all practice areas where Dr. Shafa specializes.
Where is Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD's office located?
Dr. Shafa's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Shervin Shafa, MD speak?
Dr. Shafa speaks Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Shafa
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Shafa treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Shafa treats other conditions, please contact the office at (202) 444-1039.
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. Shafa is experienced in the area of Esophageal Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Shafa's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Achalasia
- Acidosis
- Actinic Keratosis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Alkalosis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Animal Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis
- Back Pain
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Atony
- Boerhaave's Syndrome
- Bronchitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Polyp
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Crohn's Disease
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Duodenitis
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Emphysema
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophageal Diverticulum
- Esophageal Motility Disorders
- Esophageal Stricture
- Esophageal Surgery
- Esophageal Ulcer
- Esophagitis
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Food Allergy
- Gait Abnormality
- Gallbladder Scan
- Gallstones
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastritis
- Gastroenterology Procedures
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
- Gastroparesis
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Warts
- Gout
- Heart Disease
- Heartburn
- Hemochromatosis
- Hepatitis A Screening
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Hiatal Hernia
- HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Ileus
- Immunization Administration
- Impedance Testing
- Indigestion
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Insomnia
- Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
- Intertrigo
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Infection, Acute
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Liver Function Test
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Manometry
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Motility Disorders
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nausea
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Overactive Bladder
- Overweight
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pericardial Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- pH Probe
- Pharyngitis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Pinworm
- Pneumonia
- Pollen Allergy
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Purpura
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Raynaud's Disease
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Sarcoidosis
- Screening Colonoscopy
- Scurvy
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shortness of Breath
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Sleep Apnea
- Stomach Diseases
- Throat Pain
- Thyroid Goiter
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Torticollis
- Tremor
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ultrasound, Endoanal
- Ultrasound, Esophageal
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- VAP Lipid Testing
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Vertigo
- Viral Enteritis
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Warts
- Wheezing
- Wireless pH Testing
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Dr. Shafa accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Select
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- KeyCare PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Choice Advantage
- Blue Preferred PPO
- CareFirst Maryland POS
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
Locations
Georgetown University Hospital
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average
Compare with other Gastroenterology Specialists
Compare Dr. Shafa with our nearby Gastroenterology Specialists at Reston Hospital Center.
Make an appointment at Reston Hospital Center today at (703) 923-8975.
These providers are on the medical staff of Reston Hospital Center.
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