Summary

Dr. Joel Sewchand specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They graduated from Howard University College of Medicine and completed residency training at Boston City Hospital. With 50 years of experience treating digestive and internal health conditions, Dr. Sewchand provides comprehensive care for complex medical needs. They are fluent in both English and Tagalog.

Dr. Sewchand practices at multiple locations throughout Maryland, including Fort Washington, Waldorf, and La Plata, and maintains hospital privileges at Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Center. Their clinical focus includes treating upper gastrointestinal bleeding and chronic kidney disease. They perform upper gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures and provides sedation services for patient comfort during examinations. Patients have given Dr. Sewchand an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 50 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Tagalog
  • Boston City Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Sewchand has 4 locations

Gastroenterology Associates Of Maryland

10905 Fort Washington Rd # 405Fort Washington, MD 20744
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

GI Associates Of Maryland

3510 Old Washington Rd Ste 201Waldorf, MD 20602
Mon8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:15 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Waldorf Endoscopy Center

3510 Old Washington Rd Ste 200Waldorf, MD 20602
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

East Coast Gastroenterology Llc

101 Centennial St Ste BLa Plata, MD 20646

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Dr. Joel Sewchand, MDRobert James Schenck, MDPaolo Lino Peghini, MDBrooke Ann Spencer, FNPBC, MSN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.3 
4.9 
50 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French, German, Italian, English Speaks English
Fort Washington , MDMcLean , VAMcLean , VAMcLean , VA
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Med School: Universitat Zurich
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Sewchand

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Sewchand has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Sewchand 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
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Boston City Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Sewchand's NPI number is 1528065653.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Joel Sewchand speak?
Dr. Joel Sewchand speaks English and Tagalog.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Sewchand?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joel Sewchand here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Joel Sewchand accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joel Sewchand has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joel Sewchand's office located?
Dr. Joel Sewchand's office is located at 10905 Fort Washington Rd # 405, Fort Washington, MD, 20744.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Sewchand affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Sewchand is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Center.

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