Summary

Dr. Shima Ghavimi is a gastroenterologist with 18 years of experience helping patients with digestive and liver health concerns. She earned her medical degree from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Ghavimi speaks English and brings nearly two decades of expertise to her specialized practice.

Dr. Ghavimi practices at Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center in Waterloo, Iowa, where she focuses on treating conditions like nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and high cholesterol in children and teens. She also provides care for acute fatty liver of pregnancy, offering specialized support during this critical time. Her diagnostic services include hepatitis testing and iron level assessments to help identify and monitor various health conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 18 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Howard University Hospital
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center

1015 S Hackett RdWaterloo, IA 50701
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Shima Ghavimi, MDAshley Anderson, APRNDr. Louma Basma Rustam, MDDr. Taha Ashraf, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
18 Years of Experience 9 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
Waterloo , IASacramento , CAWynnewood , PADetroit , MI
Med School: Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shima Ghavimi

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Unity Health Insurance
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Shima Ghavimi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Shima Ghavimi has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Shima Ghavimi holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences and Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences in 2008.

NPI Number

Shima Ghavimi's NPI number is 1811316458.

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Shima Ghavimi speaks English.
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