3.5
2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has been practicing medicine for 38 years. He earned his medical degree from Tirunelveli Medical College and completed his residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Thiwan is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.
Dr. Thiwan is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Norfolk, Virginia and Hampton, Virginia. He specializes in treating digestive conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Thiwan is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Norfolk, Virginia and Hampton, Virginia. He specializes in treating digestive conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Umdnj-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Syed Ismail M Thiwan has 4 locationsDigestive And Liver Disease Specialists
885 Kempsville Rd Ste 114Norfolk, VA 23502 Tel: (757) 466-0165
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | |||
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| Med School: Tirunelveli Medical College | Med School: New York University | Med School: Columbus State University | Med School: University of Cincinnati |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Syed Ismail M Thiwan
Medical Specialties
Dr. Syed Ismail M Thiwan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Syed Ismail M Thiwan has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Syed Ismail M Thiwan holds an active medical license in the states of North Carolina and Virginia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Umdnj-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Medical School
Graduated from Tirunelveli Medical College in 1990 and Tirunelveli Medical College in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Thiwan's NPI number is 1932174687.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan speak?
- Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan speaks Spanish and English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan affiliated with?
- Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, and Atrium Health Kings Mountain.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan here on Vitals.
- Is Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan accepting new patients?
- Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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