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Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji, MD

Gastroenterology*
3.8 (13)
Map Pin Small Altoona, PA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji, MD

Dr. Rajih Alkhafaji, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Altoona, PA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of Baghdad, College of Medicine and is affiliated with Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital and Upmc Altoona. Dr. Alkhafaji, completed a residency at Case Wstn Res University. Patients rated Dr. Alkhafaji an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Alkhafaji works at Practice in Altoona, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation, Diarrhea and Dysphagia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and 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. Alkhafaji's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Allegheny Regional Endoscopy
    810 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 946-5469
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
  • Upmc Altoona

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Constipation
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Barrett's Esophagus
Nausea
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Abdominal Pain
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Ascites
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Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Pharyngitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Abnormal Thyroid
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Allergic Rhinitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Aspergillosis
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Atherosclerosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Cirrhosis
Blood Disorders
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bowel Strangulation
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cancer
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Canker Sore
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Cholangitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Cough
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Cyclical Vomiting
Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Duodenal Ulcer
Dyslipidemia
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Food Allergy
Gait Abnormality
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Genital Warts
Giardiasis
Gout
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Gouty Arthropathy
Heart Disease
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hiatal Hernia
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Insomnia
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Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Ischemic Colitis
Itchy Skin
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neurogenic Bladder
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Peptic Ulcer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Restless Leg Syndrome
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Rhabdomyolysis
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Small Intestine Cancer
Splenomegaly
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Stomal Ulcer
Symptomatic Menopause
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tremor
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Ulcer
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Visceroptosis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
CRH Hemorrhoid Banding
Diabetes Counseling
Endoscopy
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Genetic Testing
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Immunization Administration
Impedance Testing
Infrared Coagulation (IRC) Hemorrhoid Removal
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    3.8
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    Based on 13 ratings
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    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 38 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Arabic
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    NPI Number
    • 1932133493
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • State University of New York
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Case Wstn Res University
    Residency
    Internship
    • Sinai Hospital Detroit
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Baghdad, College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
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    Dr. Alkhafaji has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

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

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Alkhafaji. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Alkhafaji.

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