

Gastroenterology
Henry Parkman, MD
Professor of Medicine; Vice Chair of Research, Department of Medicine; Director, GI Motility Laboratory, Temple University Hospital
Dr. Henry P. Parkman is a renowned gastroenterologist specializing in gastrointestinal motility disorders, with particular expertise in gastroparesis, achalasia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, chronic constipation, dyspepsia, and fecal incontinence. He directs the GI Motility Laboratory at Temple University Hospital, where he evaluates and treats motility issues across the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon using advanced diagnostic techniques such
19+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Gastroenterology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine — M.D., 1982
- Johns Hopkins Hospital — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1982-1985
- University of Pennsylvania Health System — Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 1985-1988
- Mayo Clinic Medical School — Fellowship, Gastroenterology Research
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctors, Gastroenterology
2015-2020 (6 years)
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctors
2015-2020 (6 years)
- Castle Connolly — America's Top Doctors
2016-2021 (6 years)
- Philadelphia Magazine — Top Doctors
2015-2016, 2018-2025 (10 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Temple University Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
19+ years in practice