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Inova Fairfax Hospital has been recognized as high performing in gastroenterology and GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report.

National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence

National Pancreas Foundation Centers of Excellence sealInova Fairfax Hospital has been nationally recognized as a National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence. This designation distinguishes Inova Fairfax Hospital as an institution providing the best and most innovative multidisciplinary treatment for pancreatic cancer.

WebMD Provider Choice and Patient Choice Award

medscape award sealsInova has been recognized as a recipient of the 2023-2024 WebMD Provider Choice and Patient Choice Award for excellence in Gastroenterology in both the Northern Virginia and Washington Metro area. This award is significant, as this is the only health system recognition program based solely on the preferences of patients and providers at a local level.

The WebMD Choice Awards identify best-in-class health systems for five specialties and 44 treatments/procedures, in 28 markets and 112 subregions. Health systems that rank in the top 30% of patient preferences, receive the WebMD Provider Choice Award, respectively.

Why Choose Inova GI?

Inova GI is led by Dr. Ivan Harnden, a specialty care physician board certifed in gastroenterology and internal medicine. The team includes specialists in general gastroenterology; gastrointestinal cancer screening; esophageal, stomach, and pancreaticobiliary diseases; hepatology; and inflammatory bowel disease. Many of our providers have come from prominent academic institutions and have lectured and published extensively on the evaluation and treatment of digestive disorders.

Meet Our Team

It's now possible to perform many GI tests and procedures using minimally invasive options, but GI teams need extensive training to use them. Our team offers the full range of advanced endoscopic diagnostic tests and procedures for GI conditions.

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GI offers world-class expertise and advanced technology, right here in Northern Virginia, at five convenient locations.

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With one call to Inova GI, you'll be connected to the right team for screening, testing or treatment. We're available when you need us.

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Inova GI features gastroenterology and hepatology experts with robust experience across the GI spectrum, from pancreas and liver disease to reflux and bowel disorders.

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Inova GI has a strong partnership with Inova Schar Cancer Institute for GI cancer screening and IBD medication infusions, and we offer patients with GI cancers and other conditions a seamless, coordinated care experience.

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