
Overview
Philosophy of care | I provide the best available care based on the latest research and standard of care. This can only be achieved through close interaction with each patient, listening to their history and helping them choose the treatment that best meets their goals and lifestyle. | Why I entered medicine | I have always been passionate about providing healing and care. I love to use insights about how the body functions and modern medicine to provide a cure and respite from disease. | Community involvement | I have led a team of passionate medical clinicians on three international trips to provide medical care to Ukrainian refugees. My team was able to bring medicine and care to hundreds of people escaping the ravages of war. | Personal interests | My free time is spent with my children and husband. We love to travel to experience different foods and cultures.
Dr. Shnitser is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Shnitser is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shnitser is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shnitser has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Anastasia Shnitser
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Anastasia Shnitser?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Anastasia Shnitser by calling their office at 610-821-2828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Anastasia Shnitser a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Anastasia Shnitser is classified as an Distinguished expert for Crohn's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Anastasia Shnitser specialize in?
While Dr. Anastasia Shnitser is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Anastasia Shnitser participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Anastasia Shnitser has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Anastasia Shnitser's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Anastasia Shnitser accept my insurance?
Dr. Anastasia Shnitser accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-821-2828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Shnitser isDistinguished. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- DiarrheaDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Shnitser isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
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- AchalasiaDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Anal FissureDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AscitesDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- E Coli EnteritisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about E Coli Enteritis.
- EncopresisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrostomyDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- ObesityDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)Dr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM).
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Shnitser isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.

