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Dr. Ira J Schmelkin M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Ira J Schmelkin M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

310 East Shore Road Suite 206 Great Neck NY, 11023
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Dr. Ira Schmelkin is a gastroenterologist practicing in Westfield, MA. Dr. Schmelkin 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. Schmelkin performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1984

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Clinical Trials

Awards

  •  1984 Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 
  •  1999 Top Doctors In New York Metro Area 
  •  2003 Top Doctors In New York 2003, 2004 

Treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Gastritis
  • Indigestion
  • Diverticulosis

Fellowships

  • Mount Sinai Hospital NY, Fellow    1987

Dr. Ira J Schmelkin M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 115 W Silver St

115 W Silver St -
Westfield, MA 01085
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New patients: 413-572-4400, 413-562-4456
Fax: 413-568-4211

Dr. Ira Schmelkin, Md

310 East Shore Road Suite 206 -
Great Neck, NY 11023
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New patients: 413-499-8590
Fax: 413-499-6410

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