Summary

Dr. Vesta Salehi specializes in gastroenterology and pediatrics, focusing on digestive health issues in children and adolescents. She completed her residency training at New York Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals, followed by a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Salehi is board-certified in pediatrics through the American Board of Pediatrics and speaks English.

Dr. Salehi practices at Saint Christophers Hospital For Children with locations in Philadelphia, Reading, and Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. She treats children with various digestive concerns including constipation and chronic constipation, as well as more complex conditions like cancer-related constipation. Her diagnostic approach includes abdominal X-rays, pathology tests, and complete blood count testing to thoroughly evaluate her young patients. Patients rate her services at 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Pediatric New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Vesta Salehi has 3 locations

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Gastroenterology - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Gastroenterology - Jenkintown

500 York RdJenkintown, PA 19046

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Vesta Salehi, MDDr. Rafael A. Amaral, MDDr. Steven Lichtenstein, DODr. Mark S. Codella, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.6 
4.5 
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks English
Philadelphia , PADarby , PADarby , PALanghorne , PA
Med School: Ponce School of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Hahnemann University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vesta Salehi

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - CHIP
  • Keystone First - Medicaid
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Vesta Salehi has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Vesta Salehi has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

Vesta Salehi holds an active medical license in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Pediatric New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY and New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical College.

Residency

Completed their residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY, Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals, NY AND PRESBY HOSP, 2013, PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY in 2010, and NY AND PRESBY HOSP, 2010 in 2007.

NPI Number

Vesta Salehi's NPI number is 1528225273.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vesta Salehi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Vesta Salehi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Vesta Salehi?
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Where is Vesta Salehi's office located?
Vesta Salehi's office is located at 160 E Erie Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19134.
Which hospitals is Vesta Salehi affiliated with?
Vesta Salehi is affiliated with Saint Christophers Hospital For Children.
Does Vesta Salehi accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Vesta Salehi accepts on their Vitals profile.

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