Gastroenterology
Douglas Pleskow, M.D.
Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School; Emeritus Clinical Chief, Gastroenterology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; Director of Endoscopy, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Douglas K. Pleskow, MD, is a highly experienced gastroenterologist practicing in Boston, Massachusetts, with over 40 years in the field. He specializes in advanced endoscopic interventions, pancreaticobiliary disease, and Barrett's esophagus management. Dr. Pleskow treats a wide range of conditions including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), pancreatitis, esophageal disorders such as esophagitis and achalasia, Barrett's esophagus with dysplasia, celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease,
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (ABIM)
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Education & Training
- State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine — M.D., 1982
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Fellowship, Gastroenterology
- University Hospitals of Cleveland — Residency and Internship, Internal Medicine
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
- Boston Magazine — Best of Boston
2011-2024 (14 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice