Gastroenterology
Vladimir Kushnir, MD
Professor of Medicine; Director, Interventional Endoscopy; Director, Bariatric Endoscopy; Director, Advanced Interventional Fellowship Program
Dr. Vladimir Kushnir is a Professor of Medicine and specialist in advanced endoscopic interventional procedures at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. His clinical practice focuses on diagnostic and therapeutic pancreaticobiliary endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) for minimally invasive treatment of benign and malignant pancreatic and biliary disorders. Dr. Kushnir specializes in endoscopic treatment of pre-malignant gastrointestinal diseases, including Barrett's esopha
20+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Gastroenterology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- The Ohio State University College of Medicine — M.D.
- Washington University School of Medicine at Barnes Jewish Hospital — Internal Medicine Residency
- Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes Jewish Hospital — Gastroenterology Fellowship
- Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes Jewish Hospital — Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Missouri Baptist Medical Center
- Washington University School of Medicine
- St. Louis Children's Hospital
Languages
English, Russian
Experience
20+ years in practice