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Dr. Ira Schmelkin, MD

Gastroenterology*
5.0 (3)
Map Pin Small Westfield, MA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ira Schmelkin, MD

Dr. Ira Schmelkin, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Westfield, MA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo and is affiliated with Baystate Noble Hospital and Baystate Medical Center. Dr. Schmelkin, completed a residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Schmelkin an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Schmelkin works at Baystate Health Gastroenterology in Westfield, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation, Vomiting Disorders and Nausea along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Schmelkin's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Baystate Gastroenterology - Westfield
    115 W Silver St Fl 2, Westfield, MA 01085 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (413) 572-6069

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  • Baystate Noble Hospital
  • Baystate Medical Center

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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
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Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Adult Failure to Thrive
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    About Dr. Ira Schmelkin, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1699746602
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mount Sinai Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Mount Sinai Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Mount Sinai Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Ira Schmelkin, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Schmelkin is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Schmelkin has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Schmelkin works at Baystate Health Gastroenterology in Westfield, MA. View the full address on Dr. Schmelkin’s profile.

    Dr. Schmelkin has seen patients for Constipation, Vomiting Disorders and Nausea, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Schmelkin on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    3 patients have reviewed Dr. Schmelkin. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Schmelkin.

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