Dr. Sands K. Irani MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Dept. Of Medicine Washington DC, 20037About
Dr. Sands Irani is a gastroenterologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Irani 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. Irani performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Mechanical Engineering 1968
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Pain
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