Dr. Ali Fazel, MD
Gastroenterologist
397.3 mi · 8501 Arlington Blvd, Suite 525, Fairfax, VA 22031
At a glance
4.84 stars (19 reviews)
97% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 15 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from National University of Iran
Works at Greater Washington Gastroenterology
4.84
19 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.2
Recent reviews
He listened carefully and helped me get to the point, I am scheduled for Upp. endoscopy, so we will see how it goes afterwards.
December 14, 2012Initials hidden
Dr. Fazel is a very kind an patient man - he listened to all of my questions and took everything I said into account. He's also a very thorough doctor and I feel very safe in his care. Highly recommended!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Office location
Greater Washington Gastroenterology
397.3 mi · 8501 Arlington Blvd, Suite 525, Fairfax, VA, 22031
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Acid Reflux / Heartburn
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Diarrhea
Gastroenterology Consultation
Gastroscopy
Pancreas Problem
Stomach Pain
Acid Reflux / Heartburn
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Diarrhea
More about Dr. Ali Fazel, MD
My Philosophy:
Outstanding Care Without Compromise
Our Goal:
Our goal is to provide state of the art care in a friendly and compassionate environment. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, intestines, pancreas and liver.
Exceptional Academic History:
Dr. Fazel is double board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He received his gastroenterology training at Saint Louis University. He also completed additional fellowship training in Advanced Endoscopy at Medical College of Wisconsin. His internal medicine training was completed at Wright State University, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society.
Professional History:
• Prior to moving to Northern Virginia, he served as Assistant Professor and Program Director for Advanced Endoscopy at the University of Florida. He has been recognized nationally for his work in the area of complex endoscopic procedures. His research has been published in multiple journals. He has presented numerous lectures at national and regional meetings.
• He established his full time gastroenterology practice at Greater Washington Gastroenterology in 2005. Dr Fazel has served as Chief of Gastroenterology at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. He founded the Center for Advanced Endoscopy at Inova Fairfax Hospital in 2007, where he served as Medical Director.
• Washingtonian Magazine has named him one of the “Top Doctors in Washington”. Northern Virginia Magazine also profiled him as one of the “Top Doctors of Northern Virginia”.
• He presently serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine for Virginia Commonwealth University.
My Invitation To You:
I invite you to explore our website (www.DrFazel.com)
**PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE TO GET PRESCREENED*
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - National University of Iran
Saint Louis University, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Medical College of Wisconsin, Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy
Practice
Greater Washington Gastroenterology
Affiliation
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Certifications
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
American Board of Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
American College of Physicians
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Awards and publications
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society
Resident Scholarly Paper of the Year Award - Wright State University School of Medicine
Outstanding Intern of the Year Award - Wright State University School of Medicine
Fazel A. Pancreatic pseudocysts: an endoscopic perspective. Current Gastroenterology Reports, 7(2):107-13, 2005
Fazel A “Postoperative Pancreatic Leaks and Fistulae: The Role of the Endoscopist”. Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Volume 8, Issue 2, April 2006, Pages 92-98
Fazel A., Moezardalan K., Varadarajulu S., Dragonov P., Eloubeidi M.A. The utility and the safety of EUS-guided FNA in the evaluation of duplication cysts. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. 2005 Oct; 62(4):575-80..
Fazel A, Geenen JE, MoezArdalan K, Catalano MF. Intrapancreatic Ductal Pressure in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. Pancreas, 2005;30(4):359-62..
Fazel A, Verne GN. New solutions to an old problem: acute colonic pseudo-obstruction. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology 39:17-20, 2005
Fazel A, Draganov P. EUS in the evaluation and management of chronic pancreatitis. Techniques on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 6:107-114, 2004
Fazel A, Draganov P. Interventional endoscopic ultrasound in pancreatic disease. Current Gastroenterology Reports 6:104-110, 2004
Fazel A, Quadri A, Catalano MF, Meyerson SM, Geenen JE. Does Pancreatic Duct Stenting Prevent Post-ERCP Pancreatitis? A Prospective Randomized Study. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 57:291-4, 2003.
Fazel A, Li SC, Burton FR. Octreotide relaxes the hypertensive sphincter of Oddi: pathophysiologic and therapeutic implications. American Journal of Gastroenterology 97:612-616, 2002.
Fazel A, Burton FR. A controlled study of the effect of midazolam on the hypertensive sphincter of Oddi. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 55:637-640, 2002.
Fazel A, Burton FR. The effect of midazolam on the normal sphincter of Oddi: a controlled study. Endoscopy, 34(1):78-81, 2002.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1225024748
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.84
Wait time
4.17
Bedside manner
4.94
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19 reviews
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Dr. Fazel is a very kind an patient man - he listened to all of my questions and took everything I said into account. He's also a very thorough doctor and I feel very safe in his care. Highly recommended!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He listened carefully and helped me get to the point, I am scheduled for Upp. endoscopy, so we will see how it goes afterwards.
December 14, 2012Initials hidden
Great visit, reassured me :^]
October 15, 2012Initials hidden
He was really easy to talk to, he listened to everything I had to say, and we came up with a plan... exactly how it should go.
October 10, 2012Aaron M.Verified patient
funny guy, kind and experienced
April 20, 2012Initials hidden
Fantastic doctor
More than 1 year agoBA
He was very professional and related well to my son who has a disability. I like the expedient manner in which my son is receiving care. He was nice to talk to and answered all my questions. And we were able to schedule an appt on very short notice. Im glad we found him!
September 24, 2012Diane O.Verified patient
Excellent. Very professional and kind. Thank you!
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Which hospital is Dr. Ali Fazel affiliated with?
Dr. Ali Fazel is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Ali Fazel work with?
Dr. Ali Fazel works with Greater Washington Gastroenterology.
Where is Dr. Ali Fazel's office located?
Dr. Ali Fazel's office is located at 8501 Arlington Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22031.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Fazel have?
Dr. Ali Fazel is certified by Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine) and American Board of Internal Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ali Fazel?
Dr. Ali Fazel frequently sees patients for Acid Reflux / Heartburn, Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, and Gastroenterology Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ali Fazel on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ali Fazel speak?
Dr. Ali Fazel speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Ali Fazel in reviews?
19 patients have reviewed Dr. Ali Fazel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.84/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.17/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.