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Dr. Shyam Thakkar, MD

Dr. Shyam Thakkar, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Shyam Thakkar, MD is a gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Thakkar has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1307 Federal St Ste B100 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thakkar is affiliated with J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital Morgantown, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Thakkar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thakkar specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Thakkar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thakkar

3.6
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
53%
53%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
13%
13%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
27%
27%

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Inchoate crime; Heathgrades role, witness tampering.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
****** – Jul 13, 2022
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I had an Excellent Experience with Dr Thakkar. I have lived my entire life with GI issues and have been to 3 other doctors before finding Dr Thakkar. Shortly after my first visit I knew I was on the right path moving forward. It turns out I needed to have a procedure done which only Dr Thakkar was able to do in the Pittsburgh Area. The procedure was flawless and life changing. I have sent friends and family to see Dr Thakkar and everyone is extremely pleased with their results. I would highly recommend Dr Thakkar.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Corey Casper – Jul 17, 2020
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I needed to be seen by a GI doctor asap and I have seen other wonderful doctors at ACDH. I was first patient in the morning he came in 45 minutes late. He spent maybe 10 minutes ordered a few blood tests would not recommend any over the counter products. Pushed on my stomach twice never listens for bowel sounds. When he quickly got up to leave I said "Aren't you going to do anything to help me?" and he said maybe when tests come back in 10 days. I found out on the "mychart" the results of tests. I was never called and told results. I'm going to see a different doctor at same practice. No appointments available for 6 weeks This was so disappointing since I had read such good reviews before I saw him. No "we're going to get you feeling better or we'll figure this out". I left in tears. Would not recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 31, 2019
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Excellent Physician. He understood my condition and I no longer have symptoms after a single procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 20, 2019
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He has been amazing! Only doctor to figure out the problem. Very kind and spends time explaining everything. Best Doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Penn Run – Jan 31, 2018
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I liked Dr T very much, I believe he is a good doctor. I like that he doesn't make you come in to the office constantly and waste time. Having said that, I met him once in the office and wished he would have followed up following my scopes in person. Dr T referred me to his associate when I feel that he could have helped my himself, had he seen me for a follow up to see my condition. I didn't appreciate that his nurse would give me her opinion and her recommendations, I pay for his expertise
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
12 others found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 07, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Thakkar's mission is to provide quality clinical care with compassion and integrity at the highest possible healthcare value while incorporating innovation, research, education, and cutting edge technology with an individualized focus. No two...read more

biography

Dr. Thakkar is the Director of Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy and Professor of Medicine at West Virginia University. In this role, he is designing an interventional endoscopy program for 19 hospitals. In his previous role, he oversaw the endoscopic...read more
  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr-harvard University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
  • Washington University In St Louis

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Thakkar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail1307 Federal St Ste B100 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    1

    Practice

    AHN Ctr for Recovery Medicine1307 Federal St Ste 301 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    2

    Practice

    West Virginia University Hospitals1 Medical Center Dr Morgantown, WV 26506
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital

      1 Medical Center Dr
      Morgantown, WV 26506
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

      Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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