Summary

Dr. Ira Shocket is a gastroenterologist who has dedicated over four decades to digestive health care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville and completed his residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 42 years of experience in the field, Dr. Shocket holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Shocket practices at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and sees patients at locations in Washington, DC and Chevy Chase, Maryland. His clinical expertise includes treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. He performs lower GI endoscopy procedures and colonoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
  • 41 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

Office Locations

Dr. Ira Shocket has 3 locations

MedStar Health Gastroenterology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

106 Irving St. NW POB S Suite 205Washington, DC 20010

110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1A-50B

110 Irving Street Northwest Room 1A-50BWashington, DC 20010

MedStar Health Gastroenterology at Chevy Chase

8401 Connecticut Ave Ste Ph-BChevy Chase, MD 20815
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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Dr. Ira Shocket, MDJi Soo Choi, APRNDr. Shazia Iram Rashid, MDDr. Robert Mark Eisdorfer, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.1 
42 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCSACRAMENTO , CAWoodbridge , VARockville , MD
Med School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va Med School: New York University Med School: Medical University Of The Americas (Nevis) Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ira Shocket has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ira Shocket has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Medical School

University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville VaGraduated in 1984
University of Virginia Medical SchoolGraduated in 1984

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Where is Dr. Ira Shocket's office located?
Dr. Ira Shocket's office is located at 106 Irving St. NW POB S Suite 205, Washington, DC, 20010.

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