4.4
39 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ira Schmelkin treats acid reflux, GERD, and GERD in children, and performs laparoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and colonoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 42 years of experience.
Dr. Schmelkin completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center and earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo. He sees patients in Pittsfield, Springfield, Great Barrington, and North Adams, Massachusetts, and is affiliated with Baystate Noble Hospital, Berkshire Medical Center, Baystate Medical Center, Fairview Hospital, Baystate Childrens Hospital, and North Adams Regional Hospital. He speaks Russian and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Schmelkin 4.36 out of 5.
Dr. Schmelkin completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center and earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo. He sees patients in Pittsfield, Springfield, Great Barrington, and North Adams, Massachusetts, and is affiliated with Baystate Noble Hospital, Berkshire Medical Center, Baystate Medical Center, Fairview Hospital, Baystate Childrens Hospital, and North Adams Regional Hospital. He speaks Russian and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Schmelkin 4.36 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks Russian, Spanish
- Mount Sinai Medical Center
- 8 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Ira Jay Schmelkin has 7 locationsGastroenterology Professional Services Of Berkshire Medical Center
777 North St Ste 203Pittsfield, MA 01201 Tel: (413) 499-8590
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 42 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Russian, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Pittsfield , MA | Montgomery , AL | Sacramento , CA | Sacramento , CA |
| Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo | Med School: Georgia State University | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine | Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ira Jay Schmelkin
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Ira Jay Schmelkin has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ira Jay Schmelkin has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Dr. Ira Jay Schmelkin holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Schmelkin's NPI number is 1699746602.
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- What languages does Dr. Ira Schmelkin speak?
- Dr. Ira Schmelkin speaks Russian and Spanish.
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