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Souheil Abou-Assi, M.D.
Gastroenterologist
Dr. Souheil Abou-Assi has been with GSI since 2006. A native of Abadieh, Lebanon, Souheil received his Bachelor of Science degree from College la Sagesse there. He attended Saint Joseph University in Beirut from 1988 to 1995, attaining his Doctor of Medicine degree. He then travelled to America and did his Internship in Internal Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden, New Jersey. He went on to complete his Residency there in 1998.
From 1998 to 2001, Dr. Abou-Assi trained at the Medical College of Virginia as a Fellow in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He practiced at MCV and at McGuire Veteran’s Administration Medical Center as an assistant professor of medicine in Gastroenterology and Hepatology until the end of 2005. During his tenure at the VA, Dr. Abou-Assi served on the steering committee of the Advanced Clinic Access and also as the Director of GI/Hepatology outpatient services.
Dr. Abou-Assi became busy very quickly upon joining GSI in 2006; he has developed a loyal following of patients and a steady stream of new patient referrals. He is known for his boundless energy as well as his commitment to getting the most out of each day.
Dr. Abou-Assi’s areas of interest are general gastrointestinal disorders including endoscopy and colonoscopy, irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), nutrition, liver diseases, endoscopic treatments of Barrett’s esophagus, endoscopic management of gastrointestinal cancers, endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatogram (ERCP), pancreatic diseases (pancreas cysts, pancreas cancer, pancreatitis, and pseudocysts), bile duct strictures and stones and endoscopic removal of large polyps and early cancers.
Dr. Abou-Assi is an active member of the Medical Executive Committee and the Physician Excellence Committee of Saint Mary’s hospital.
Dr. Abou-Assi is fluent in three languages, English, Arabic and French. His hobbies and interests include biking, playing tennis, reading, traveling and fishing.
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First time having a colonoscopy procedure done, and every phase of the process was painless and fast. All the front desk associates were very helpful, and the wait time was fast. All the medical Technicians were very professional, and the procedure went like clock work. Dr Abou-Assi explained the procedure to me before I was off to sleep. Once awakened, discharge time was also fast and painless. Awesome Team of professionals @ GSI. Thank you for taking good care of me! I give you five stars!!!!!
Dr. Abou-Assi Is extremely thorough and informative! If one needs his kind of services, he’s the man
Dr Abou- Assi is wonderful and his direct staff were very friendly! The girl at the front desk, Not so much. It’s not that hard to greet people with a smile and say hello, good morning , how are you etc….and make eye contact.
Nothing short of amazing. If you ever need a doctor that LISTENS Dr Abou-Assi is it. I feel heard I feel understood. Dr Abou-Assi works with you to meet your needs but also gives best recommendations to rule out underlying conditions. Very thorough and proactive. The staff is beautifully amazing as well. The atmosphere is calm and soothing too.
This doctor has got to be one of the kindest men on this planet. He is caring, empathetic, thorough, and he insures his patients have no pain or trepidation before or after appointments/surgeries/procedures. He is a human of the best possible description, caliber and an excellent physician/gastroenterologist, etc. As long as we live and he practices, Dr Abou-Assi, and his team, will be our go to GI Specialist. We highly recommend these providers.
The Doctor made nice first impression, will see him again. I appreciate he has listened attentively.
Dr. Abou-Assi conducted my colonoscopy thoroughly and went over all info with my husband and provided me with a detailed report. The Endoscopy center is conveniently located and staff/nurses are friendly and professional.
This place was put together and had me in and out quickly. For the most part really friendly staff that tries to put you at ease. I felt a tad bit rushed when they woke me up, that’s really my only complaint.
The staff, nurses and doctor were terrific!! They were all polite, professional and kind.
Dr. Abou-Assi was very friendly, caring, informative, and helpful. Highly recommended.
Dr. Abou-Assi as usually is a very pleasant person. The staff front desk receptionist was ok. The young man that took me in the back, the nurse, the anesthesiologist and the LPN that took me to my car were all the epitome of what customer service should be.
My appointment with Dr. Abou-Assi was very good. I do feel if you check in on line, you shouldn’t have to be there thirty minutes before. The staff is great!!!
Dr. Abou-Assi listens to my concerns and takes time to explain issues with me.
Dr Abouassi was very kind. The office was well staffed and everyone was happy. Reception staff was exceptional with communicating with me until we sorted out an insurance issue. A great place
Dr. Abou-Assi is one of the kindest, most wonderful Doctor I have ever known. He treats you with respect and thoughtfulness, and never blames any of your medical issues on anxiety or weight. He always tries to figure out the root of any problems and never gives up. I credit him with saving my life.