3.5
4 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. John Birk is a gastroenterologist with four decades of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, building a comprehensive foundation in internal medicine before specializing in gastroenterology. His extensive career spans 40 years of dedicated practice in digestive health care. Dr. Birk communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Birk practices at UConn John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington, Connecticut, where he focuses on common digestive conditions. He treats patients with colon polyps, GERD, and abdominal pain. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and coordinating pathology testing for accurate diagnoses. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Birk practices at UConn John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington, Connecticut, where he focuses on common digestive conditions. He treats patients with colon polyps, GERD, and abdominal pain. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and coordinating pathology testing for accurate diagnoses. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 40 years of experience
- speaks English
- Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. John Waldemar Birk, MD | Ji Soo Choi, APRN | Dr. Michael C Schultz | Dr. Lucy Ann Salieb Shamberg |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 40 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Farmington , CT | Sacramento , CA | Guilford , CT | Stratford , CT |
| Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: New York University | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John Waldemar Birk has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Waldemar Birk has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Dr. John Waldemar Birk holds an active medical license in the state of Connecticut.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Connecticut that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Birk's NPI number is 1609801547.
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