Dr. Jaffer Khan, MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
8421 Pointe Loop Dr Venice FL, 34293About
Dr. Jaffer Khan is a gastroenterologist practicing in Venice, FL. Dr. Khan 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. Khan performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
King Edward Medical University 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
Professional Memberships
- Member INFECTION CONTROL COMMITTEE- VENICE REGIONAL MEDICAL
- Member : Infection Control Committee - Venice Reg. Med Ctr.
- Member FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
- Member AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
- Member AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
- Member FMA
- Member AAPNA
- Member American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Member FPAC
Fellowships
- GASTROENTEROLOGY, Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ 1977
- Jersey City Medical Center
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