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Dr. Wisam Zakko, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.4 (46)
Map Pin Small Fort Lauderdale, FL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Wisam Zakko, MD

Dr. Wisam Zakko, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of Baghdad College of Medicine and is affiliated with Broward Health Imperial Point and Holy Cross Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Zakko an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Zakko works at Gastroenterology Institute in Fort Lauderdale, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Abdominal Pain, Diarrhea and Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida 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. Zakko's Office Locations

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    Gastroenterology Institute
    2021 E Commercial Blvd Ste 202, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (954) 202-7850

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  • Broward Health Imperial Point
  • Holy Cross Hospital

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Abdominal Pain
Diarrhea
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Constipation
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Achlorhydria
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bile Duct Obstruction
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Dehydration
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Illeum Cancer
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acidosis
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Acute Epiglottitis
Acute Gastritis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bladder Infection
Boil
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Bowel Strangulation
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Cholangitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Cold Sore
Colon Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Bile Duct
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Crohn's Disease
Cyclical Vomiting
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Dizziness
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Gastritis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Fibromyalgia
Food Allergy
Gait Abnormality
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Genital Warts
Giardiasis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Ileus
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Insomnia
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Intestinal Prolapse
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Ischemic Colitis
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Lipid Disorders
Liver Abscess
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Neurogenic Bladder
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overweight
Pancreatitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Potassium Deficiency
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Prostatitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Rectal Ulcer
Restless Leg Syndrome
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Splenomegaly
Stomal Ulcer
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Torticollis
Tremor
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Ulcerative Colitis
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 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Anoscopy
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Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immunization Administration
Impedance Testing
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
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    4.4
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    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Arabic
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    NPI Number
    • 1730291006
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Baghdad College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Wisam Zakko, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Zakko is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Zakko accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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

    Dr. Zakko works at Gastroenterology Institute in Fort Lauderdale, FL. View the full address on Dr. Zakko’s profile.

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

    46 patients have reviewed Dr. Zakko. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Zakko.

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