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Specializing In
- Colon Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopy
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- General GI Consultation
- Hepatitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Biography
Dr. Shah is a board-certified, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Stanford Health Care’s Digestive Health program. He is a clinical associate professor of medicine in the division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Dr. Shah treats all gastrointestinal and liver conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), colon polyps, hepatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. He has a special interest in the increasingly prevalent fatty liver disease, which allows him to work closely with patients to educate them about symptom management and making lifestyle changes that will improve their health and wellbeing.
Dr. Shah treats all gastrointestinal and liver conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), colon polyps, hepatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. He has a special interest in the increasingly prevalent fatty liver disease, which allows him to work closely with patients to educate them about symptom management and making lifestyle changes that will improve their health and wellbeing.
After more than two decades of practice, Dr. Shah added training in liver transplant to expand his knowledge of liver disease and offer his patients a “one-stop” resource for truly comprehensive care.
Dr. Shah is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American Association for the Study of Liver Disease.
Among Dr. Shah’s current research interests is the development of an algorithm assessing the impact of gastrointestinal disease management on readmission rates.
Dr. Shah brings a personalized approach to working with patients and to teaching the next generation of physician scientists the classic skills of careful listening and patient examination. Throughout his career, he has emphasized the fundamental importance of balancing scientific expertise with empathy and compassion.
As a volunteer with the non-profit organization Health Volunteers Overseas, Dr. Shah travels around the world to train physicians about liver disease management and treatment. He is director of the HVO site in Bangalore, India.
Dr. Shah treats all gastrointestinal and liver conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), colon polyps, hepatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. He has a special interest in the increasingly prevalent fatty liver disease, which allows him to work closely with patients to educate them about symptom management and making lifestyle changes that will improve their health and wellbeing.
Dr. Shah treats all gastrointestinal and liver conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), colon polyps, hepatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. He has a special interest in the increasingly prevalent fatty liver disease, which allows him to work closely with patients to educate them about symptom management and making lifestyle changes that will improve their health and wellbeing.
After more than two decades of practice, Dr. Shah added training in liver transplant to expand his knowledge of liver disease and offer his patients a “one-stop” resource for truly comprehensive care.
Dr. Shah is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American Association for the Study of Liver Disease.
Among Dr. Shah’s current research interests is the development of an algorithm assessing the impact of gastrointestinal disease management on readmission rates.
Dr. Shah brings a personalized approach to working with patients and to teaching the next generation of physician scientists the classic skills of careful listening and patient examination. Throughout his career, he has emphasized the fundamental importance of balancing scientific expertise with empathy and compassion.
As a volunteer with the non-profit organization Health Volunteers Overseas, Dr. Shah travels around the world to train physicians about liver disease management and treatment. He is director of the HVO site in Bangalore, India.
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Education & Certifications
- Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Transplant Hepatology (2018)
- Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroeneterology (2012)
- Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (1991)
- Fellowship: Catholic Medical Centers (1991) NY
- Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (1988)
- Residency: Catholic Medical Centers (1988) NY
- Medical Education: Baroda Medical College (1980) India
Practice Locations
Digestive Health Center in Redwood City Redwood City, CA
Redwood City, CA
Digestive Health Center in Redwood City
420 Broadway Street, Pavilion D, 2nd Floor
Redwood City , CA 94063
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Patient Reviews
(120 reviews)
His a great doctor, he has been interesting explains everything . He has been very patient and helpful with me.
Atulkumar Shah is a goo doctor
Excellent, caring dr.
Thank you for you time
He did a wonderful job of explaining his diagnosis and was well prepared for the interview by reading the patient history and was very knowledgeable and methodical in his explanation.
Dr Shah was very clear with his questions and suggestions and next steps
Appreciate a doctor who can explain everything in simple English
Nice guy. Informative - very personable!
Great meeting
Excellent doctor!
Very knowledgeable!
Great communicator!
Dr. Shah is highly professional and very likable.
Dr Atulkumar was very nice and easy to talk thanks again
Everything was good
The doctor was very patient with trying to help solve the problem
Very kind.
Thorough, clear, understandable, knowledgeable
Good
I was very much pleased.
Dr. Shah was very clear about everything and right to the point, which I appreciate. His nurse was also very prompt and clear about questions I had.
was nice to meet him
Very professional and detail Dr. about everything
wish he could have spent more time - explaining things and having more interactive discussion about my issues. I felt he was in a hurry.
It was just a summarized quick consult. I can understand - coz he is probably in demand and very experienced already in his field.
Thanks.
very warm , personable doctor
Excellent physician
He is a great doctor and very professional.
Thank you for your openness and great bedside manner
Dr. Shah is a great listener. He is also very patient while also explaining everything well.
He’s extremely good. Professional knowledgeable and friendly. I’m glad to have him on my healthcare team
Dr. Shah asked questions and was interested in the patient's relevant history.
Dr. Shah was great! He had already reviewed my record, but listened carefully to my concerns. He then outlined a course of action and made sure I was in agreement. I could not have asked for a better interaction!
thanks for the great support
Showed interest on my concern about my health advise me to continue to do follow-up. And will see me in do time
Excellent Dr.
Dr. Shah is very thorough and listens to everything the patient has to offer, and is thorough in his diagnosis and suggested treatment.
Dr. Sha was very precise, professional, and empathetic to my concerns.
Very nice doctor
Dr. Shah is incredible! One of the best doctors I've ever been to. He took a ton of time to review all of my charts and lab results from a wide variety of doctors. He clearly cares about his patients and the quality of his work. I wish more doctors were like Dr. Shah!
good person
He was very knowledgable, friendly and kind
Dr. Shah was very thorough and took his time with me today, which I very much appreciated.
Thank you for giving me the detail of my problem and the result of the treatment.
Great Dr.
Excellent doctor. Great bedside manner, too.
I like the way they are care about me
Very good doctor.
Pro .Doctor
Excellent doctor
Dr Shah addressed all my concerns with the right level of detail. He also provided a clear direction for the treatment going forward that I needed sorely.
Excellent understanding of my specific problems. Excellent care by Dr Atul Shah
Excellent consultation. Easy to understand.
He’s personable and asks question on my health and easy to talk to and I feel comfortable and trust his suggestions and diagnoses and treatment!
You guys are good
Dr. Shah and his team were incredibly helpful!
Great doc.
Thanks ðŸ™
Dr.was very pleasant. Very thorough
Detail on every thing and knowledgeable
Dr. Was very straight forward.
Dr. Shah is a fine doctor
friend staff & efficient patient time
Very professional and knowledgeable
very thorough
He asked me a lot of questions about my health
Very good doctor.
Nice and we coming
I highly appreciated kind care for me .
pleasant staff, prompt service
Great Doctor !!!
The way he explained about my symtoms.
Feel confident he did a good job on my colonoscopy.
Dr Shah and his Team were fantastic they addressed all my concerns in a professional timely manner, thank you team.
Liked Dr Shah very much
Appreciated straight fwd “Why are you here††approach. Similarly appreciated clear answers devoid of technical language.
Dr. Shah was terrific. Thank you!
Dr shau verry mice and attentive
Excellent clinics care
Satisfied
My doctoor was very good in explaining to me my problem
Dr Shah is very kind and my experience with him has been a very good result with my stomach.
Excellent visit
He listens well.
I was much mire satisfied with coming to this ER than the other the staff was more compassionate and understanding whether i was confused or not i left relief and i felt heard which can be a healing within itself thank you for your treatment.
Good service
Thank you for being attentive.
Pleasant attitude
Dr. Shah is very affable , kind and understanding. He is a fine doctor.
Dr Shah is doing what a good doctor will do taking care of the patient before the visit, the visit itself and follow up. If there something that he thinks patient my be concerned with he will address that makes suggestion and if deems necessary he makes recommendations.👠ðŸ‘
He was so very kind
Excellent service!
Very likable, patient, attentive, and thoughtful.
I was very satisfied with this initial process.
Dr Shah was excellent!
Dr. Shah is super awesome. He takes the time to listen to my input and creates a plan that makes sense. He has helped fix my issue and I couldn't be more grateful. Thank you Dr. Shah!
Definitely recommend to family & friends
I appreciate that he is to the point and explains everything extremely well. He also follows up with any questions I have. Awesome doctor!
Pleasant and knowledgeable
Dr. Shah is very knowledgeable and professional
Dr. Shah provided excellent care in this video call. He had a good bedside manner even over video. I felt like I was in good hands.
I was very impressed by his thoroughness and explanations.
He’s great!
He was very personable, answered questions thoroughly, did not rush or make me feel like he was in a hurry, it was a very positive experience.
Very good Doctor
Dr. Shah was laid back and comfortable with the topics at hand which relaxed me and my anxieties.
Dr. Shah was very congenial and kind. He was also forward, which I appreciate. Just how a doctor should be. Thank you!
He does his work really for the benefit of his
patients.
Outstanding and personable ..
Great video appointment..
Looking forward to meeting Doctor Shah
I appreciate your kindness and care.
We got disconnected during the phone call, but we reconnected right away. He was friendly and patient
he is all good. clear and patient
He had a good video demeanor and was thorough and professional.
This was my first time meeting Dr. Shah. He was pleasant and informative. I felt he did not review my case, as well as Dr. Zikos, had done. I felt rushed at first and asked him to explain a few things which he was happy to do. He did answer my questions and concerns. Overall I was pleased with the change in Gastronologist.
Dr. Shah was very well prepared for this visit. He was well aware of my medical record. He is extremely knowledgeable about gastroenterology. He readily answered questions that I asked about current issues in gastroenterology. He demonstrates concern about the issues I face, and he provided great advice. I give Dr. Shah high marks!
Great Doctor
Dr. Shah is a great doctor in my opinion. Very thorough and explains things well. He exuded compassion and friendliness during my visit.
He is a very good Doctor. I like him very much.
Takes his time to speak to you and very courteous
Very knowledgeable and pleasant to meet with. I feel confident that I'm in good hands.
Good Doctor
Dr. Shah is very thoughtful and thorough. I really appreciate his calm manner and his diligent follow up.
He’s very good.
He is experienced and friendly
Dr. Shah is fantastic!!
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