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Gastroenterologists in Massachusetts

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 35 gastroenterologists practising in Massachusetts, across Boston, Worcester, Burlington, Cambridge, Stoneham and Fall River, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in Massachusetts

  1. Yasmin G. Hernandez-Barco, MD Gastroenterology Boston, MA 02114
  2. Anjali Basil, MD Gastroenterology Worcester, MA 01655
  3. Mena M. Bakhit, MD Gastroenterology Burlington, MA 01805
  4. Maria Livshin, MD Gastroenterology Cambridge, MA 02139
  5. Aarti Kakkar, MD Gastroenterology Stoneham, MA 02180
  6. James B. Watson, MD Gastroenterology Fall River, MA 02720
  7. Mark A. Painter, MD Gastroenterology Framingham, MA 01702
  8. Elissa E. Kaplan, MD Gastroenterology Newton, MA 02462
  9. Ajay K. Batra, MD Gastroenterology Milford, MA 01757
  10. David R. Kalman, MD Gastroenterology Florence, MA 01062
  11. Arpan H. Patel, MD Gastroenterology Acton, MA 01720
  12. Gregg Brodsky, MD Gastroenterology Salem, MA 01970
  13. Fernando J. Martinez, MD Gastroenterology South Weymouth, MA 02190
  14. Jerry S. Stern, MD Gastroenterology Brockton, MA 02302
  15. Kenneth Shieh, MD Gastroenterology Beverly, MA 01915
  16. Mariann C. Padron Gleich, MD Gastroenterology Leominster, MA 01453
  17. Ali A. Hashmi, MBBS Gastroenterology Haverhill, MA 01830
  18. Veronica N. Baptista, MD Gastroenterology Medford, MA 02155
  19. Davood Karimi Hosseini, MD Gastroenterology Springfield, MA 01107
  20. William M. Vanneman, MD Gastroenterology Winchester, MA 01890
  21. Rahul S. Dalal, MD Gastroenterology Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
  22. Manish Tandon, MD Gastroenterology Somerville, MA 02143
  23. Frank R. Malkin, MD Gastroenterology Natick, MA 01760
  24. Michael W. Feuer, MD Gastroenterology Hyannis, MA 02601
  25. Howard A. Salomons, MD Gastroenterology Taunton, MA 02780
  26. Stephanie Stephanie, MD Gastroenterology Greenfield, MA 01301
  27. Lin Shen, MD Gastroenterology Brookline, MA 02445
  28. James J. Connolly, MD Gastroenterology North Chelmsford, MA 01863
  29. Ayaz T. Malik, MD Gastroenterology Gardner, MA 01440
  30. Mark A. Robbin, MD Gastroenterology Attleboro, MA 02703
  31. Eric R. Cohen, MD Gastroenterology Quincy, MA 02169
  32. Jeffrey L. St John, MD Gastroenterology Pittsfield, MA 01201
  33. Chiang J. Li, MD Gastroenterology Norwood, MA 02062
  34. Franklin C. Marinelli, MD Gastroenterology Lowell, MA 01851
  35. Christopher G. Stallwood, MD Gastroenterology Brighton, MA 02135

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a gastroenterologist

Common reasons

  • Heartburn and reflux
  • IBS, bloating and changes in bowel habits
  • Abdominal pain
  • Colon cancer screening
  • Liver concerns

Signs it may be time

  • Digestive symptoms keep coming back
  • You are due for colon cancer screening
  • Your primary care doctor referred you
  • You notice blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss (book promptly)

How to get the most from your gastroenterologist visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks
2

During: questions to ask

  • What could be causing my symptoms?
  • Do I need a scope or other tests, and how do I prepare?
  • Which foods or habits should I track?
  • Which symptoms mean I should call sooner?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • What you ate and when symptoms started
  • Bowel changes, bloating and pain, in your own words
  • Stress and sleep, which often move with gut symptoms

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find a gastroenterologist in Massachusetts?

This page lists 35 gastroenterologists practising in Massachusetts, including Boston, Worcester, Burlington, Cambridge, Stoneham and Fall River, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a gastroenterologist in Massachusetts?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first gastroenterologist appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks.

When should I start colon cancer screening?

US guidelines generally recommend starting at 45 for people at average risk, earlier with a family history. Ask your doctor what fits you.

Should I keep a food diary before my appointment?

Yes, if you can. Two to four weeks of meals and symptoms helps your doctor see patterns quickly.

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