Dr. Lawrence W. Widerlite, MD | Chevy Chase, MD | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Lawrence Widerlite is a gastroenterologist with expertise in internal medicine who has been practicing for 59 years. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and brings nearly six decades of experience to his practice. Dr. Widerlite communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Widerlite practices at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and sees patients at multiple locations in Chevy Chase, Maryland and Washington, DC. He specializes in treating colon polyps and provides advanced skin care services including laser therapy and cryotherapy for skin lesions. His patients consistently rate their experience highly, giving him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

22 Ratings
59 years of experience
13 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
6 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

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Dr. Widerlite was very attentive to my problem and ordered further testing and then will meet again to review all the findings. I highly recommend Dr. Widerlite for other patients with gastroenterology needs. Rating 5

June 18th, 2019

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I was very impressed with dr. Widerlite. He explained all my options re colonoscopies, etc. He was very easy to talk to. I highly recommend him and the practice group.

March 17th, 2019

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Dr. Widerliter has taken very good care of me for many years. I never look forward to our visits, but makes them livable with his easy manner. I am sure without his services I would have problems making my life not as pleasant.

February 28th, 2019

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First class attention in every respect. Dr. Widerlite has been caring for me since 1986 -- thirty plus years.

February 27th, 2019

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Dr. Widerlite is a wonderful treasure to the medical field, this community and to me personally. Simply the best.

November 30th, 2018

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I think Dr. Widerlite is great. He is easy to talk to, great staff and he has been one of my many doctors for years. I am blessed to have him in my life.

August 27th, 2015

Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center

5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 500Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Tel: (301) 637-8678

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Capital Digestive Care Chevy Chase

5550 Friendship Blvd Ste T90Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Tel: (301) 654-2521

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group Pc

2021 K St NW Ste T110Washington, DC 20006

Capital Digestive Care Washington

2021 K St NW Ste 500Washington, DC 20006

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Lawrence William Widerlite, MD	Brendon Bower, APRN	Sarah Proffit, APRN	Dr. Brian Leonard Dizon, MD
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
59 Years of Experience			13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Chevy Chase , MD	Tempe , AZ	Baltimore , MD	BETHESDA , MD
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Cincinnati	Med School: Wilmington University	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
AARP
Aetna
Aetna - HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
Cigna
Medicare
Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
Medicare - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare

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

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1967

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Critical Care Medicine
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(0)

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Where is Dr. Lawrence Widerlite's office located?: Dr. Lawrence Widerlite's office is located at 5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 500, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815.
What languages does Dr. Lawrence Widerlite speak?: Dr. Lawrence Widerlite speaks English and Spanish.
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