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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Dr. Ira Shocket, MD
4.8 (17 Ratings)

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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Washington, DC
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Ira Shocket, MD works in Washington, DC as a Gastroenterology Specialist and has 40 years experience.

They are board certified in Gastroenterology and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1984. Dr. Shocket completed a residency at University Hospital. Dr. Shocket has has worked on more claims relating to Constipation and Crohn's Disease than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Shocket has received an average rating of 4.8 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. They are affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Shocket practices at Digestive Care Specialists in Washington, DC and has additional offices in Chevy Chase, MD.

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Locations

  1. 1 Washington Gastroenterology PC
    106 Irving St NW Ste 205, Washington, DC 20010
  2. 2 Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center
    5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 500, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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Feb 05, 2017
Was my g.p. for many years until he closed that practice and went to MedStar. A reductionist at the very highest level. Still see him for screening procedures in his field (gastro-intestinal) and completely satisfied with his care.
N.I. Silver in Bethesda, MD — Feb 05, 2017
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Boston University Hospital
    1985
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Hospital
    1987
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Va Medical Center
    1989
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Dr. Ira Shocket, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Shocket accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Shocket's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Shocket accepts ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Aetna and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Shocket accepts here.

Dr. Shocket frequently sees patients for Constipation and Crohn's Disease.

Dr. Shocket has a star rating of 4.8/5 and has been reviewed 17 times.

Dr. Shocket is board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Shocket has been practicing as a Gastroenterology Specialist for 40 years.

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