Dr. Walter Wai-Yig Chan, MD

Dr. Walter Chan is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with 22 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and has built extensive expertise in both gastroenterology and internal medicine. Dr. Chan speaks English and Spanish, helping him connect with diverse patient populations throughout the Boston area.

Dr. Chan practices at several prestigious hospitals including Brigham and Women's Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Newton Wellesley Hospital, with locations in Boston, Chestnut Hill, and Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. He specializes in treating conditions such as gas, bloating, and esophagitis, which affects the lining of the esophagus. His procedural expertise includes upper GI endoscopy for examining the digestive tract, laparoscopy for minimally invasive procedures, and specialized esophagus testing. Patients have given Dr. Chan an average rating …of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.