3 Best Gastroenterologists in Washington, DC

“Dr. Danny Shearer is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, including colon cancer, pancreatic disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and liver disease. He completed a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science at the University of Maryland, College Park. He earned a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in gastroenterology at Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Shearer’s practice focuses on early detection, prevention, and therapeutic interventions. He regularly performs procedures such as colonoscopy, endoscopy, hydrogen breath tests, and lab tests. Dr. Danny Shearer has a holistic approach to patient care, understanding that digestive health is closely tied to overall well-being.”

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“Dr. Ira David Shocket completed his residency and fellowship training at Boston University School of Medicine. He is a Board member of the District of Columbia chapter of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation and the principal investigator of the Colon Cancer Prevention in the Neighborhood project, a community-based colon cancer screening project in Ward 5. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American College of Physicians, American Gastroenterological Association, and Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. Dr. Shocket is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Primary Care and Gastroenterology. He is Chief of Gastroenterology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. His clinical expertise involves colon cancer screening and inflammatory bowel disease.”

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“Dr. Dominique E. Howard is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation. She serves on the medical staff at both George Washington University Hospital and Sibley Memorial Hospital. Her interests include singing, painting, physical fitness, and spending time with her physician husband and their daughter. She has expertise in colorectal cancer screening. Dr. Howard and her team are incredibly compassionate and knowledgeable professionals. Her practice is available at Capital Digestive Care.”

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