

Gastroenterology
Jeffry Nestler, MD
Co-Physician in Chief, Digestive Health Institute, Hartford HealthCare; Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Connecticut
Dr. Jeffry L. Nestler is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over 35 years of experience practicing in Hartford, Connecticut. He specializes in a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal conditions, including esophageal disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and esophageal motility disorders, pancreatic disease, biliary disease, and colorectal cancer screening. His expertise extends to inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- New York Medical College — M.D., 1985
- Tufts University — B.S., 1980
- New York Hospital – Cornell Medical Center — Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 1988-1990
- New York Hospital – Cornell Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1985-1988
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UConn John Dempsey Hospital
- Hartford Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice