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Gastroenterologists in Philadelphia, PA

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 30 gastroenterologists with a practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in Philadelphia

  1. Keith J. Buhl, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19111
  2. James D. Lewis, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  3. Michael J. Rosner, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19135
  4. Bryson W. Katona, MD, PHD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  5. Kenneth Rothstein, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  6. Divya Ayyala-Somayajula, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  7. Gary W. Falk, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  8. Brenda Horwitz, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19140
  9. Pari M. Shah, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  10. Rishi Pawa, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  11. Charles A. Kistler, MD, PHARMD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  12. Arsia Jamali Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  13. Katherine Duffey Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  14. Aaron P. Martin, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  15. Mayada Ismail, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19140
  16. Michael L. Davis, DO Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19141
  17. Dina L. Halegoua-De Marzio, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  18. Talal Alenezi Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  19. Kyong-Mi Chang, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  20. Meenakshi Bewtra, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  21. Sabba Maqbool, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19140
  22. Xiaoli Ma, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  23. Nicholas M. McDonald, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19140
  24. David A. Sass, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  25. Lawrence B. Grossman, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19115
  26. Rajiv V. Bhuta, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19140
  27. Christopher H. Henry, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19107
  28. Jesse A. Green, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19104
  29. Matthew S. Cohen, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19114
  30. Yvette Achuo-Egbe, MD Gastroenterology Philadelphia, PA 19143

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

Digestive problems are about patterns: which meals, which days, how long. A symptom diary kept for a few weeks is often the single most useful thing you can bring back to your gastroenterologist. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next gastroenterologist appointment in Philadelphia with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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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 Philadelphia?

This page lists 30 gastroenterologists with a practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP codes 19104, 19107, 19111, 19114, 19115, 19135 and more), 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 Philadelphia?

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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