Dr. Farzin Rashti, MD

Dr. Farzin Rashti, MD

Gastroenterologist
7120 Minstrel Way, Ste 100, Columbia, MD
4.91
“Dr. Rashti was very kind and patient. He seemed to care about what I was saying and made sure that I understood and agreed to proceed with further treatment.”
Sheri W.March 26, 2026
Highly recommended
95% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.91

Average wait time

4.52

Bedside manner

4.97
“Dr. Rashti was very kind and patient. He seemed to care about what I was saying and made sure that I understood and agreed to proceed with further treatment.”
Sheri W.March 26, 2026
“I had a really great experience of my visit. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and professional. Dr. Farzin Rashti took the time to listen carefully to my concerns and explained everything in a clear and reassuring way which made me feel comfortable and well cared for. I left feeling confident about my treatment and very grateful for the positive experience. I would definitely recommend the GASTRO Center of Maryland to anyone looking for attentive and compassionate medical care.”
Najibullah N.March 25, 2026

About Dr. Farzin Rashti

Farzin Rashti, M.D., FACP is Board Certified in Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Internal Medicine and is dedicated to offering his patients superior personalized care in a respectful and supportive environment. Dr. Rashti works toward developing a partnership with his patients and forms a unique connection, which allows for a more individualized and targeted treatment plan.  Dr. Rashti received his medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine. He completed an internship year at the Los Angeles County University of Southern California Medical Center and completed his Internal Medicine residency and Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Dr. Rashti has authored numerous scholarly articles and book chapters and has presented his research at national gastroenterology medical conferences. He has helped design and establish protocols for Fecal Microbiota Transplantation for the treatment of recurrent Clostridium Difficile infections. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and is a member of the American Medical Association, American Gastroenterological Association, and American College of Gastroenterology.  He treats patients with a wide variety of gastrointestinal disorders including Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, acid reflux and GERD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, constipation, liver disease, biliopancreatic disorders, Celiac Disease, and Clostridium Difficile infections, in addition to many other ailments.He specializes in performing advanced endoscopic procedures including Endoscopic Retrograde CholangioPancreatography (ERCP), Single Balloon Enteroscopy, Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (TIF), Overstitch and removal of advanced lesions.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Colonoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acid reflux
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acid reflux
Upper GI endoscopy

Office locations

Gastro Center of MD (1 of 5)
7120 Minstrel Way, Ste 100, Columbia, MD 21045
Gastro Center of MD (2 of 5)
3405 Olandwood Ct, Ste 101-104, Olney, MD 20832
Gastro Center of MD (3 of 5)
1419 Forest Dr, Annapolis, MD 21403
Gastro Center of MD (4 of 5)
6502 Kenilworth Ave, Ste 100, Riverdale, MD 20737
Gastro Center of MD (5 of 5)
7130 Minstrel Way, Ste 215, Columbia, MD 21045
1 of 5

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Howard University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Farsi

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1255562492

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
4.52
Bedside manner
4.97
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Very nice staff, from check in to check out. Very clear and explains in terms I could understand. Also very pleasant
Verified patient
I highly recommend coming here if you want actual care from medical staff that are invested and highly professional
Verified patient
They take the time to make you feel heard and get started immediately on any test you may need . Very satisfied
Listened to my concerns and answered questions in a very calm, informative way. Will continue to see this doctor.
Verified patient
He’s the best and most trustworthy doctor we’ve ever had. Our entire family highly recommends him.
Verified patient
Excellent doctor. Great listener and did not feel rushed. Would highly recommend!!!
Great visit! I was seen on time and had all of my questions answered.
Verified patient
Doctor Rashti was very patient and helpful with all my questions. He put me at ease with his calmness and professionalism.
Verified patient
Very clean friendly place if business. The doctor’s listens, ask questions and try to figure out the problem.
Verified patient
Really nice doc.. friendly staff.. clean office … great vibes ….loved the in house phlebotomist ??????????????????????????
Verified patient
My 1st visit but I was very satisfied with my visit. The doctor was very detailed and helpful.
Everyone here - front desk, nurses, nurse practitioners, were very friendly and professional. It has a good atmosphere.
Verified patient
The Dr and the staff were very friendly and well experienced and I was treated very well as I expected.
Verified patient
Very nice and personable. Great listener and communicated clearly the next steps. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
Great experience very friendly, knowledgeable staff. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a G.I. doctor.
Verified patient
Dr. Rashti was very compassionate and took care of my issue right away. I felt comfortable with his plan of care.
Verified patient
This doctor really listened and was willing to get right to business and is very kind notto mention wonderful staff
Verified patient
My visit was very nice, courteous staff and friendly.
Verified patient
The NP did a great job of flushing out any contributing factors. The doctor was very clear about options.
Verified patient
Great doctor. Very direct and specific. Good listener. And they have own Lab Corp, that makes you save your time.
Verified patient
Dr. Rashti is the best. He is a literal life saver.
Verified patient
Dr. Rashti took his time with me, helping me to understand and explain thoroughly! Staff was pleasant and helpful.
My 1st time visit was excellent great staff Dr was a good listener and yes I would recommend him to friends
Verified patient
Friendly and quick. Tried to get to the problem right away . Listened to my issues
Verified patient
Awesome bed side manners and great doctor/listener. The reviews of him really do add up!
Verified patient
Doctor communicated clearly and was very calming and friendly
Greatest experience was early for appt and was seen right away. Staff and dr extremely friendly.
Verified patient
Professional and extremely knowledgeable, but friendly with a great bedside manner
Verified patient
He cares about his patients and very polite, not a long wait, and procedure availability was right away.
Improvement needed on timeliness, though the Doctor apologized for the unforeseen delay in waiting.
Great front office team and Doctor. First time being there and great experience.
Verified patient
The experience was very professional. The staff was courteous and paid great attention to detail.
Verified patient
Highly reccommended! Both he and his office staff were friendly and seemed to genuinely care.
Some of the best bedside manner I have seen from a doctor. Could not recommend someone more.
Verified patient
Dr. Rashti was great. He was able to get me in right away as I was in a lot of pain.
Verified patient
Is caring and open to questions. Also, explains things well. Would definitely recommend
Verified patient
Dr Rashti explained things well and in a polite, and informative manner.
Verified patient
Overall good. Office staff is not good. But doctor is an amazing man.
Listens well, will do all he can to help, very easy to talk to, extremely informative.
He really took the time to explain, and listens and will do all he can to help you.
Great experience, Dr. Rashti was personable and easy to talk to and very helpful.
All the person working on the office they are very nice with the patient.
Verified patient
Dr Rashti listened and made a plan. His staff was kind and helpful.
Verified patient
Awesome service and convenient they have a labcorp onsite for blood work.
Verified patient
Exceptional! I loved the atmosphere, and the kindness of everyone.
Verified patient
Wonderful staff, Dr. Rashti is wonderful. Very attentive and knowledgable!
Friendly staff, kind nurses and doctors, and the best phlebotomist.
Wonderful doc, Thorough, helpful, fantastic listener. Fixed my issue.
Great bedside manner & super helpful! Can't recommend them enough.
Dr. Rashti is very easy going and knowledable, and wonderful staff!
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Dr. Farzin Rashti has 5 office locations, including in Columbia, Olney, Annapolis, and Riverdale, view full addresses on Dr. Rashti's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Farzin Rashti have?

Dr. Farzin Rashti is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Farzin Rashti?

Dr. Farzin Rashti frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Hemorrhoids. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Farzin Rashti on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Farzin Rashti speak?

Dr. Farzin Rashti speaks English and Farsi.

How do patients rate Dr. Farzin Rashti in reviews?

517 patients have reviewed Dr. Farzin Rashti. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 4.97/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.52/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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