
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- Arabic
- English
- French
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Wahid Wassef and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I have extensive training in conditions of the digestive system as well as pancreatic diseases. I am an expert in diagnosing, treating and preventing disorders of the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon.
Interests & Activities
I enjoy traveling, music, painting and spending quality time with my family.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Rhode Island Hospital, Gastroenterology, 1993
- Residency: St. Mary's Hospital-Waterbury, CT, Internal Medicine, 1990
- Residency: University of Connecticut School of Medicine, General Surgery, 1987
- Internship: St. Mary's Hospital-Waterbury, CT, General Surgery, 1985
- Medical School: Boston University, Medical Education, 1984
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology: American Board of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology, 1990
Locations
- Banner - University Medicine Digestive Institute
- 1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
- phone: 602-521-5180
- fax: 602-521-5179
Testimonials
4.7 out of 5.0
185 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
He takes the time you need with him to talk to you and to explain the plan. He is Knowledgeable and very thorough. Dr Wassef makes sure that everything is looked at so I can receive the best care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Thorough, professional, good bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Informed me what to expect during and after procedure, which included unexpected occurrences. Dr. Wassef asked my permission to go ahead with procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
He was a very professional doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr Wassef is a great doctor I trust him. He made me feel comfortable and safe in his care. He is easy going and that helped me to relax.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Knowledgeable and empathetic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr. Wassef is an amazing provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Explains risks and benefits well. Very kind, listens well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
He took time to explain everything to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Great bedside manner. Explained the procedure and asked if I had questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr. Wassef took his time to explain things and asked us questions to understand my son's condition. He also took the time to answers our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Very friendly. Explained everything to before the procedure, Once I went into the room for the procedure, he again made sure I was Ok.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
The man/Dr. is amazing. Thoughtful. Does not jump to conclusions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
He listens and goes over each item that I can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
Cares about me and my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2025
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2025
Wonderful bedside manner. Kind, reassuring, informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2025
Very experience Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
He's such a polite and professional doctor. No questions were bad questions. Descriptive and great bed side manner. Very calming person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2025
Dr. Wassef was friendly and kind and described procedure process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2025
Very concerned with my health and care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2024
Dr. Wassef is very knowledgeable and he listens to my concerns all the time and addresses them. He is also very compassionate which is something I am not used to seeing in doctors.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2024
Excellent medical team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Knowledgeable, caring, very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Offers sufficient time to explain my procedure and address my questions. Professional approach to my health care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
He was very knowledgeable and respected my time and asked for input about my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
He had a calm demeanor. Explained the entire process, great bedside manners but serious at the same time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Dr. Wassef was kind and attentive. His staff addressed my concerns and requested/received pertinent information and ordered labs in a timely fashion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Dr. Wassef and his team were amazing. I appreciated Dr. Wassef's compassion and caring, I was so nervous. They all were wonderful!! I'm so grateful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
He is very insightful and knowledgeable. I trust his opinions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2024
My procedure was done quickly and professionally
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
A very good doctor, very patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
Dr Wassef came into my pre-op room and introduced himself, met me again in the procedure room, and again in recovery to deliver the results. This continuity was reassuring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
He was relatable and was competent and informed about his field
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Upon meeting Dr Wassef I was put totally at ease. Throughout the information sharing process, he projected a mellow, yet upbeat disposition. I knew instinctively that I would receive the very best care and I was able to trust him completely. There have been no post-op complications and I am well on my way to being fully functional again. Many thanks Good Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Courteous and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
He was very nice and even joked with me how he was early for the procedure. He was very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
He was very professional and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
Dr. Wassef listened to my concerns and explained in detail potential causes and a plan to verify and treat my health condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
He seems knowledgeable and genuinely dedicated to solving my GI problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
El doctor puso mucha atencion en la salud de mi
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
Takes his job very serious
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
He was very kind and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
The man is kind. The doctor is inquisitive and smart. Although I've only met him once, I can see him putting the pieces together.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Friendly and thorough. Explained procedure and risks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
Muy clara su explicación
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr Wahid Wassef was very clear on the treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Dr Wassef has many years of experience. He gives patients time to address all their questions. The staff is very professional and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2024
Excellent doctor and he took the time to answer my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2024
Was very informative and addressed all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Extremely knowledgeable and expresses himself in understandable fashion. Never avoids a question and answers clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Great bedside manner, very knowledgeable and took his time explaining everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2023
He explained the procedure thoroughly and answered any questions I had. He also spent a good amount of time talking to me and didn't rush the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2023
I called our primary doctor for a referral for my husband that's how satisfying with the service that I received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2023
He seems very knowledgeable, caring and interested in helping me feel better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2023
Dr. Wassef was professional, caring and very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2023
Professional and kind and communicative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2023
Very friendly and professional explained everything in details I was very appreciative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2023
Very professional, extremely knowledgeable and honest. I very much trust his diagnosis and future care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2023
He showed concern about my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
He listened to my concerns and was very helpful
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
He was a good doctor with an excellent bedside manner which had been a thing of the past in my visits to other hospitals.
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Banner - University Medicine Digestive Institute
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Banner - University Medicine Digestive Institute
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006

