Farhad Ismail
Experienced in Achalasia

Dr. Farhad Ismail

Gastroenterology
UPMC
Gastroenterology Associates-UPMC
1000 Integrity Drive, Suite 110, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
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Experienced in Achalasia
UPMC
Gastroenterology Associates-UPMC
1000 Integrity Drive, Suite 110, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
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Overview

Farhad Ismail-Beigi, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at Gastroenterology Associates-UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC East and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his residency at the University of Washington School of Medicine/Academic Affairs and fellowship at the University of Washington School of Medicine/Academic Affairs.

Dr. Ismail is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Esophagitis, Crohn's Disease, and Diarrhea.

Graduate Institution
Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
Residency
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Specialties
Gastroenterology
Licenses
Legal Medicine in PA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine
Fellowships
University of Washington School of Medicine/Academic Affairs
Hospital Affiliations
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc East
Languages Spoken
English
Farsi
Gender
Male

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PA Health and Wellness
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UnitedHealthcare
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UPMC
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Locations

Gastroenterology Associates-UPMC
1000 Integrity Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Call: 412-342-0036
Other Locations
Gastroenterology Associates-UPMC
5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 312, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Call: 412-621-7777
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