Summary

Dr. Houshang Makipour is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Ahvaz Jondishapour University of Medical Sciences. He completed his residency training at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital and brings an impressive 58 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Makipour is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Makipour practices at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center and the Northern Virginia Endoscopy Center in Woodbridge, Virginia. He specializes in treating conditions such as abdominal pain, including abdominal pain during pregnancy, and swallowing difficulties. His expertise includes performing abdominal ultrasounds, upper GI series, and CT scans to help diagnose digestive system concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 58 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lemuel Shattuck Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Houshang Makipour has 2 locations

Northern Virginia Endoscopy Center Llc

2280 Opitz Blvd Ste 200Woodbridge, VA 22191
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

2300 Opitz BlvdWoodbridge, VA 22191

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.9 
4.5 
58 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French, German, Italian, Spanish Speaks English
Woodbridge , VAMcLean , VAMcLean , VASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Ahvaz Jondishapour University Of Medical Sciences Med School: Universitat Zurich Med School: University of South Alabama
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Houshang Makipour

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Houshang Makipour has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Houshang Makipour has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hypovolemia (Low Blood Volume)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

Dr. Houshang Makipour holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Ahvaz Jondishapour University Of Medical Sciences in 1968.

NPI Number

Dr. Makipour's NPI number is 1184624389.

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Dr. Houshang Makipour is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.
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Dr. Houshang Makipour's office is located at 2280 Opitz Blvd Ste 200, Woodbridge, VA, 22191.
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