Dr. Zaifi Shanavas, MD | Germantown, MD | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Zaifi Shanavas is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and completed his residency at George Washington University Hospital. With three decades of medical practice, he brings extensive expertise to digestive health care. Dr. Shanavas is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him serve a diverse patient community.

He practices at multiple locations throughout Maryland, including Germantown, Rockville, Silver Spring, and Olney, with his primary affiliation at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center. Dr. Shanavas specializes in treating common digestive conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive health issues. Patients rate his care highly, giving him an average score of 4.6 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.6

13 Ratings
30 years of experience
37 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
George Washington University Hospital
6 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
8 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Shanavas' Ratings and Reviews

4.6

13 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Dr. Shanavas is one of the finest GI doctors I have worked with, and I have been receiving his care for nearly a decade. During every visit for my GI concerns, he takes the time to listen carefully to all my issues and thoroughly reviews and compares results from my previous visits. He explains the reasons behind my symptoms or pain in a clear and simple manner and recommends the right course of action, which always puts my mind at ease and helps address my symptoms effectively. I consider him not just an excellent physician, but also a great mentor when it comes to managing GI issues. Thank you, Dr. Shanavas, for all that you do and for your tremendous experience and dedication. Thanks and Regards - Babu Palani

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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January 15th, 2026

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The best gastroenterologist. I did not experience any side effects afterward. his bedside manner is awesome. He is very professional and caring.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 16th, 2020

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He has a great surgical technique and a great sense of humor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 29th, 2018

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Excellent gastroenterologist.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 28th, 2018

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I have seen Dr.Shanavas for 10 years. He listens and has a great sense of humor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 24th, 2017

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Very thorough interview and diagnosis. Great bedside manner

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 12th, 2016

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Capital Digestive Care Germantown

20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 201Germantown, MD 20876

Tel: (301) 593-2002

Mon8:00 am - 3:45 pm

Tue8:00 am - 3:45 pm

Wed8:00 am - 3:45 pm

Thu8:00 am - 3:45 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:45 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Holy Cross Hospital

1500 Forest Glen RdSilver Spring, MD 20910

Tel: (301) 754-7000

Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center

9901 Medical Center DrRockville, MD 20850

Tel: (240) 826-6000

Capital Digestive Care Rockville

15001 Shady Grove Rd Ste 300Rockville, MD 20850

Tel: (301) 340-3252

Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center

11890 Healing WaySilver Spring, MD 20904

Tel: (240) 637-4000

Medstar Montgomery Medical Center

18101 Prince Philip DrOlney, MD 20832

Tel: (301) 774-8882

Holy Cross Germantown Hospital

19801 Observation DrGermantown, MD 20876

Tel: (301) 557-6000

Capital Digestive Care Olney

3415 Olandwood Ct Ste 101Olney, MD 20832

Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Zaifi Shanavas, MD	Robert James Schenck, MD	Shandiz Shahbazi, MD	Brooke Ann Spencer, FNPBC, MSN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (13 Ratings)	5 (14 Ratings)	4.5 (6 Ratings)	4.9 (17 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Farsi	Speaks English
Germantown , MD	McLean , VA	McLean , VA	McLean , VA
Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine	Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

Dr. Zaifi Shanavas holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at George Washington University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Hahnemann University School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Shanavas' NPI number is 1518054519.

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18 Years Exp | Bethesda, MD
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Muhammad Arslan Zahid
Pediatrics
6 Years Exp | Washington, DC
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Anesthesiology
4 Years Exp | Philadelphia, PA
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Diagnostic Radiology
5 Years Exp | Washington, DC
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Jacqueline Elizabeth Meier
Nurse Practitioner
| Washington, DC
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Michelle Sharon Trotman
Critical Care Medicine
33 Years Exp | Washington, DC
(0)
Jay Philip Siegel
Infectious Disease
49 Years Exp | Rockville, MD
(0)
Georgina A Groleau
Emergency Medicine
45 Years Exp | Washington, DC
(0)
Joseph Mario Rocco
Infectious Disease
11 Years Exp | Bethesda, MD
(0)

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Where is Dr. Zaifi Shanavas's office located?: Dr. Zaifi Shanavas's office is located at 20528 Boland Farm Rd Ste 201, Germantown, MD, 20876.
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