Wahid Y. Wassef
Expertise in
16
conditions

Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef

Gastroenterology
Banner - University Medicine Infectious Disease
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, 
Phoenix, AZ 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
16
conditions
Banner - University Medicine Infectious Disease
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, 
Phoenix, AZ 

Overview

I enjoy traveling, music, painting and spending quality time with my family.

Dr. Wassef is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Dr. Wassef is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wassef is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology

Fellowships

Rhode Island Hospital, Gastroenterology, 1993

Hospital Affiliations

Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic
French

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Chinese Community Health
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Magnolia Health
  • HMO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
MercyCare
  • EPO
  • HMO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
VibrantRx
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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

Banner - University Medicine Infectious Disease
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Wassef 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)

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.

38 Total Publications

Beyond the Basics: Recommended Approach to Severe Acute Pancreatitis Management in the Critical Care Setting.
Beyond the Basics: Recommended Approach to Severe Acute Pancreatitis Management in the Critical Care Setting.
Journal: Journal of intensive care medicine
Published: May 13, 2025
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Office

1441 N 12th St Fl 2, 
Phoenix, AZ 
 (0.4 miles away)
602-521-5180
Languages Spoken:
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef by calling their office at 602-521-4675. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef a top-rated expert for Chronic Pancreatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef is classified as an Elite expert for Chronic Pancreatitis, 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. Wahid Y. Wassef specialize in?

While Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, and Acute Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef accept my insurance?

Dr. Wahid Y. Wassef accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 602-521-4675 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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