4.6
18 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Vanessa Shami is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the digestive system. She earned her medical degree from University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Virginia Medical Center in 1999. Dr. Shami pursued advanced fellowship training at University of Chicago Medicine and University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine in 2003, along with additional fellowship training at University of Virginia Medical Center in 2002. With three decades of experience in gastroenterology, she holds board certifications in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is fluent in both Armenian and English.
Dr. Shami practices at University of Virginia Children's Hospital and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Charlottesville, Virginia. Her clinical expertise includes treating esophagitis, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, and colon polyps. …She performs specialized procedures such as pathology tests and sedation services for patient comfort during procedures. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Shami practices at University of Virginia Children's Hospital and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Charlottesville, Virginia. Her clinical expertise includes treating esophagitis, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, and colon polyps. …She performs specialized procedures such as pathology tests and sedation services for patient comfort during procedures. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- 33 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Armenian, English
- University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
- 7 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Locations
Vanessa M Shami has 4 locationsUVA Health Digestive Health Center
1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908 Tel: (434) 243-3090
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
UVA Health Digestive Health at Primary Care Center
1221 Lee Street 2nd FloorCharlottesville, VA 22903 Tel: (434) 243-3090
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
UVA Health Endoscopy Monroe Lane
500 Monroe LnCharlottesville, VA 22903 Tel: (434) 924-9999
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
UVA Health Surgical Care Riverside
2331 Seminole Ln Ste 201Charlottesville, VA 22901 Tel: (434) 297-9850
Mon6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 30 Years of Experience | |||
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| Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine | Med School: Georgia State University | Med School: Columbus State University | Med School: University of Cincinnati |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vanessa M Shami
Medical Specialties
Vanessa M Shami has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Vanessa M Shami has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
Vanessa M Shami holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2000.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine in 2003, University of Chicago Medicine in 2003, and University of Virginia Medical Center in 2002.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Virginia Medical Center in 1999.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1996.
NPI Number
Vanessa M Shami's NPI number is 1144399783.
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