Dr. Showkat Bashir MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Dept Of Medicine Washington DC, 20037About
Dr. Showkat Bashir is a gastroenterologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Bashir 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. Bashir performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Agartala Government Medical College 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Jaundice
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