Summary

Dr. Raif Elsakr treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and GERD, and performs lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 40 years of experience. He is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton.

Dr. Elsakr earned his medical degree from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School. He sees patients in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, and speaks French and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Elsakr 4.76 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 40 years of experience
  • 67 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Spanish
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Raif Wassef Elsakr has 2 locations

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

4070 Highway 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Dr. Raif Wassef Elsakr

4040 Highway 17 Unit 302Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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Murrells Inlet , SCAugusta , GAPawleys Island , SCMullins , SC
Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Raif Wassef Elsakr

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Raif Wassef Elsakr has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Raif Wassef Elsakr 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

40 Years Experience

Dr. Raif Wassef Elsakr holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Medical School

Graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Elsakr's NPI number is 1083695704.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Raif Elsakr accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Raif Elsakr accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Raif Elsakr accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Raif Elsakr has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Raif Elsakr speak?
Dr. Raif Elsakr speaks French and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Raif Elsakr?
You can find contact information for Dr. Raif Elsakr here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Raif Elsakr accepting new patients?
Dr. Raif Elsakr has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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