Dr. Sheila Gay Levin MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
14955 Shady Grove Rd Suite 150 Rockville MD, 20850About
Dr. Sheila Levin is a gastroenterologist practicing in Rockville, MD. Dr. Levin 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. Levin performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1979
Tufts University School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Gas
- Stomach Flu
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