Jaffrey S. Kazi, MD, is a Leading Gastroenterologist with Scottsdale Gastroenterology Specialists in Scottsdale, AZ
Jaffrey S. Kazi, MD, is a well-versed gastroenterologist who diagnoses and treats patients at his private practice, Scottsdale Gastroenterology Specialists, a member of Arizona Gastrointestinal Associates, which he joined in 2012. The practice maintains two locations in Scottsdale, AZ. His practice provides a full scope of GI services including evaluating and treating conditions of the stomach, esophagus, liver, intestines, colon, gallbladder, and pancreas. Dr. Kazi also provides new non-surgical options for weight loss. As a gastroenterologist, he has dedicated training and unique experience in the management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. Dr. Kazi’s professional journey spans twenty-seven years. He maintains a special interest in disorders of bile ducts and the pancreas and advanced endoscopies such as ERCP. He is an expert in procedures colonoscopy, upper endoscopy and (EGD), hemorrhoidal treatment, PEG tube placements (feeding tubes), and push enteroscopy (endoscopy of the small intestine). Dr. Kazi is proud for having performed over 24,000 endoscopies without a single perforation. For more information about Dr. Jaffrey S. Kazi, please visit https://jaffreykazimd.com/dr-jaffrey-kazi.
Moreover, Dr. Kazi has created a new segment of services dedicated to patient nutrition, i.e., Scottsdale Nutrition & Dietary Center. “Growing the nutritional aspect of my practice is essential for the good of all my patients. For true health, we need to incorporate a preventive aspect. And whether it’s for general wellness, weight management or addressing a digestive condition, good nutrition always plays a key role”, states Dr. Kazi. In addition to his clinical work, he serves as assistant professor at Midwestern State University School of Medicine. He is also found teaching and advising physician residents and medical students from local hospitals. Dr. Kazi continues to teach at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Prior to his current endeavors, he served several years in private practice in Chicago, IL, and then relocated to Scottsdale, AZ, in 2004 to open Colon & Digestive Health Specialists. When he is not in the office or performing procedures, Dr. Kazi enjoys lecturing, reading, traveling, and running marathons. For more information about Dr. Jaffrey S. Kazi, please visit https://scottsdalenutritioncenter.com/about-us/jaffrey-kazi-md.
Jaffrey S. Kazi, MD, attended Dow Medical College in Pakistan, where he received his medical degree. He then relocated to the United States, where he served his internal medicine residency (1987-1990) and gastroenterology fellowship (1990-1993) at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois. In addition, Dr. Kazi received board certification in internal medicine and gastroenterology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is involved in various committees at HonorHealth Shea Medical Center and Osborn Medical Center. He additionally serves on the credentialing committee at Osborn Medical Center and on the pharmacy and therapeutic committee at Shea Medical Center. Active in clinical research trials for conditions such as celiac disease and encephalopathy, Dr. Kazi received a Research Award from the American College of Surgeons in 2005. Honors and awards include America’s Top Physician, Patients’ Choice Award (2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020), On-Time Doctor Award (2014, 2020), and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2018, 2020). For more information about Dr. Jaffrey S. Kazi, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/3325287-Jaffrey-Kazi-Gastroenterologist.