Summary

Dr. Bashar Aqel is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia, where he also completed his residency training in 2000. Dr. Aqel pursued advanced fellowship training at Mayo Clinic in Florida, completing programs in 2001 and 2004 to develop expertise in his specialty. With over three decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to patient care and speaks English.

Dr. Aqel practices at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. He focuses on treating serious liver conditions including liver cancer and infectious hepatitis. His expertise includes performing endoscopic procedures and liver transplants to help patients with complex digestive and liver disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Clinic in Florida
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Bashar A. Aqel

5779 E Mayo BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85054
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.3 
31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Phoenix , AZTempe , AZScottsdale , AZTempe , AZ
Med School: University of Missouri Columbia Med School: Indiana State University Med School: University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Med School: University of Cincinnati
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Medical Specialties

Bashar A. Aqel has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Bashar A. Aqel has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatologist
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Bashar A. Aqel holds an expired medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Arizona that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Florida in 2004 and Mayo Clinic in Florida in 2001.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Missouri Columbia in 2000.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Missouri Columbia in 2000 and University of Jordan in 1995.

NPI Number

Bashar A. Aqel's NPI number is 1750325957.

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What languages does Bashar Aqel speak?
Bashar Aqel speaks English.
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Bashar Aqel is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital.

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