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Dr. Wasseem Skef is a gastroenterologist who completed medical school at Weill Cornell University. They pursued an internship and residency at Tufts University School of Medicine, finishing their residency in 2015. Dr. Skef furthered their expertise through fellowships at the University of Illinois in 2019 and UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside Hospital in 2020. With 14 years of experience in medicine, they specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system.
Dr. Skef practices in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Boston Medical Center Brighton. They focus on treating common digestive conditions including hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. Their procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to help diagnose and monitor digestive health issues.
Dr. Skef practices in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Boston Medical Center Brighton. They focus on treating common digestive conditions including hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. Their procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to help diagnose and monitor digestive health issues.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 14 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
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| Med School: Weill Cornell University | Med School: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Emory University | Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Wasseem Skef
Medical Specialties
Wasseem Skef has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Wasseem Skef has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Wasseem Skef holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside Hospital in 2020 and University of Illinois in 2019.
Residency
Completed their residency at Tufts University School of Medicine in 2015.
Internship
Completed their internship at Tufts University School of Medicine in 2013.
Medical School
Graduated from Weill Cornell University in 2012.
NPI Number
Wasseem Skef's NPI number is 1558625699.
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- Wasseem Skef is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.
- Where is Wasseem Skef's office located?
- Wasseem Skef's office is located at 6400 Fannin St Ste 1400, Houston, TX, 77030.
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