Dr. Rayees Nizam, MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
105 COUNTY ROUTE 45A OSWEGO NY, 13126About
Dr. Rayees Nizam is a gastroenterologist practicing in Camillus, NY. Dr. Nizam 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. Nizam performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1988
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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- Crohn's Colitis Foundation
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Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. Rayees Nizam, who serves patients throughout the State of New York.
A committed gastroenterologist, Dr. Nizam is in practice at Associated Gastroenterologists of Central New York, PC.
Associated Gastroenterologists of Central New York, PC was established in 1975 by their retired founder, Dr. Michael A. FitzGerald. Since that time, they have grown into the largest GI practice in Central New York with 7 physicians, 4 nurse practitioners, 1 physician assistant, 4 office locations and 2 Ambulatory Surgery Centers (Endoscopy Centers) to serve patients’ needs.
A native of Pakistan, Dr. Nizam received his undergraduate education at the Dow Medical College and completed an internship at the Civil Hospital in Karachi, before relocating to the United States and earning his medical degree from the New York Medical College. After completing an additional internship at Cook County Hospital, he went on to complete his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in gastroenterology at the SUNY Upstate Medical University.
With an unwavering commitment to his specialty, the doctor is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
As a testament to his success, Dr. Nizam has been the recipient of the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2015, 2016).
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