4.4
8 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji is a gastroenterologist with four decades of experience treating digestive health conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Baghdad College of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center. Dr. Alkhafaji is fluent in both Arabic and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Alkhafaji practices at US Digestive Health and UPMC Altoona, both located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with hospital affiliations at UPMC Bedford. He specializes in treating common digestive issues such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and treat various conditions. Patients rate Dr. Alkhafaji 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Alkhafaji practices at US Digestive Health and UPMC Altoona, both located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with hospital affiliations at UPMC Bedford. He specializes in treating common digestive issues such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and treat various conditions. Patients rate Dr. Alkhafaji 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- 52 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Arabic, English
- Suny Health Science Center
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 10 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
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Office Locations
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji has 2 locationsUs Digestive Health
810 Valley View BlvdAltoona, PA 16602 Tel: (814) 946-5469
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
SunClosed
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 40 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Altoona , PA | Sacramento , CA | Sacramento , CA | Little Rock , AR |
| Med School: Baghdad University | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine | Med School: New York University | Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji
Medical Specialties
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Suny Health Science Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Baghdad University and University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Alkhafaji's NPI number is 1932133493.
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