Israr A. Sheikh
Expertise in
33
conditions

Dr. Israr A. Sheikh

Gastroenterology
Sanford Medical Center Fargo
5225 23rd Ave. S., 
Fargo, ND 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
33
conditions
Sanford Medical Center Fargo
5225 23rd Ave. S., 
Fargo, ND 

Overview

Dr. Israr Sheikh specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology. He is an adjunct assistant professor at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He treats: Barrett’s esophagus Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis/Crohn’s disease) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Chronic liver diseases Biliary disorders Dr. Sheikh offers a variety of gastroenterology procedures. He performs: Colonoscopies Upper endoscopies (screening, diagnostic and therapeutic) Endoscopic ultrasounds Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) Speaks: English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi.

Dr. Sheikh is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Sheikh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: GastroenterologyAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheikh is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine: GastroenterologyAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Harlem Hospital Center, Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center
Sanford Thief River Falls Medical Center
Sanford Medical Center Fargo
Sanford Mayville
Perham Health

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Sanford
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Sanford Medical Center Fargo
5225 23rd Ave. S., Fargo, ND 58104
Other Locations
Sanford Center for Digestive Health
321 Eighth Ave. N., Fargo, ND 58102

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Sheikh 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Israr A. Sheikh

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Israr A. Sheikh?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Israr A. Sheikh by calling their office at 701-417-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Israr A. Sheikh a top-rated expert for Angiodysplasia of the Colon?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Israr A. Sheikh is classified as an Advanced expert for Angiodysplasia of the Colon, 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. Israr A. Sheikh specialize in?

While Dr. Israr A. Sheikh is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Bile Duct Stricture, and Cholestasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Israr A. Sheikh accept my insurance?

Dr. Israr A. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 701-417-2000 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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