4.7
82 Ratings with 46 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ira Shocket treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and has 42 years of experience in the field, with an affiliation at MedStar Washington Hospital Center.
Dr. Shocket is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He sees patients in Washington, DC, and Chevy Chase, Maryland. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shocket 4.73 out of 5.
Dr. Shocket is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He sees patients in Washington, DC, and Chevy Chase, Maryland. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shocket 4.73 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks English
- U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
- 46 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Ira Shocket has 3 locationsMedStar Health Gastroenterology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center
106 Irving St. NW POB S Suite 205Washington, DC 20010 Tel: (202) 877-7108
110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1A-50B
110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1A-50BWashington, DC 20010 Tel: (202) 877-7108
MedStar Health Gastroenterology at Chevy Chase
8401 Connecticut Ave Ste Ph-BChevy Chase, MD 20815 Tel: (240) 223-2330
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 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 | 37 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French, German | Speaks English, Farsi | Speaks English |
| Washington , DC | McLean , VA | McLean , VA | McLean , VA |
| Med School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | Med School: Universitat Zurich | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University | Med School: King Edward Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ira Shocket
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Medical Specialties
Ira Shocket has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Ira Shocket has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Ira Shocket holds an active medical license in the states of District Of Columbia and Maryland. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va in 1984 and University of Virginia Medical School in 1984.
NPI Number
Ira Shocket's NPI number is 1376555771.
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- Which hospitals is Ira Shocket affiliated with?
- Ira Shocket is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
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