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Dr. Alan F Ansher MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

5/5(1)
4660 Kenmore Ave Suite #100 Alexandria VA, 22304
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5/5

About

Dr. Alan Ansher is a gastroenterologist practicing in Alexandria, VA. Dr. Ansher 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. Ansher performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1982

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1985

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Awards

  • Summa cum laude graduate, Univ of Maryland, 1978 University of Maryland 
  • Magna cum laude graduate, Univ of Md School of Medicine, 1982 University of Maryland School of Medicine 
  •  1998 Areas Outstanding Physician Specialists, Washington Consumers Checkbo 
  •  2008 Top Physicians in Washington, DC area 
  •  1993, 1993, 1993 DC area, Washingtonian Magazine 
  • National Internet Site 2010 Patient's Choice Award 

Treatments

  • Gastrointestinal Problems (stomach & Intestines)

Fellowships

  • Gastroenterology, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, D.C. USA    1987
  • Georgetown University Medical Center    1987

Dr. Alan F Ansher MD's Practice location

Alan Ansher

4660 Kenmore Ave Suite #100 -
Alexandria, VA 22304
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New patients: 703-751-5763
Fax: 703-370-8704

4660 KENMORE AVE STE 305 -
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
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New patients: 703-751-5763
Fax: 703-370-8704

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