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Expert Care for Your Digestive Wellness in Maryland

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Mission: Giving Great Care

As an experienced gastroenterologist based in Bowie Maryland, my patients appreciate the warmth, professional integrity, and open communication that define my medical practice. I’m determined to help my patients understand their own health so they can be well informed when making important health decisions.

For years, patients have depended on me to provide care for their digestive health needs. I offer my services and other specialized options to anyone in need of a physician they can trust. I’m dedicated to building long-lasting relationships based on trust and medical integrity with every single patient.

Meet Dr. Sanjiv Sood, Gastroenterologist

Dr. Sanjiv Sood completed his medical degree at the University of Maryland after college in Baltimore at Loyola University Maryland. His residency was at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.

After completing his gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Rochester, he began practicing in 1989. His extensive medical knowledge combined with an ongoing curiosity to learn about the latest trends help him treat his patients with the best care possible.

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Our Services

In addition to offering Digestive Health Evaluations and Nutritional Resources, we diagnose and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions and provide specialized procedures tailored to each patient’s needs in Bowie, Maryland, and the surrounding areas.

Conditions

  • We specialize in diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions that cause stomach pain and heartburn, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, and GERD. Our team also provides care for gluten sensitivity and celiac disease, swallowing issues or difficulty swallowing, and gastritis.

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  • Our providers treat a range of causes for rectal bleeding, including hemorrhoids, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, colon cancer, and rectal cancer.

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  • We diagnose and treat common stool issues such as constipation and diarrhea. These symptoms can be signs of underlying digestive problems, and it’s important to find the cause.

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  • Bloating is a common and uncomfortable symptom that can affect your daily life. We evaluate and treat bloating caused by conditions such as H. pylori infection, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and other digestion abnormalities.

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  • Our team specializes in diagnosing and managing fatty liver, a condition that can lead to more serious liver disease over time. A new treatment is now available to help slow or prevent progression, offering better outcomes for long-term liver health.

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Procedures

  • A colonoscopy is a procedure that enables a gastroenterologist to evaluate the inside of the colon, large intestine, or large bowel. Those who have a history of colon cancer in their family history are advised to have periodic colonoscopies because of a higher risk for polyps or colon cancer.

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  • An Endoscopy is used to detect ulcers, abnormal growths, precancerous conditions, inflammations, and hiatal hernias. Patients with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, reflux, and unexplained weight loss can benefit from an endoscopy.

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  • Painless Non-Surgical Treatment of Hemorrhoids

    Hemorrhoid banding, also called rubber band ligation, is a treatment method for hemorrhoids that have not responded to home treatments. It is a minimally invasive technique that involves tying the base of the hemorrhoid with a rubber band to stop blood flow to the hemorrhoid.

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  • Our small bowel capsule endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure that allows us to examine the entire small intestine with ease. By swallowing a tiny camera capsule, patients can undergo detailed imaging without discomfort or the need for sedation, helping us diagnose conditions that other tests may miss.

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Why Patients Choose Us

  • “I have been going to Dr. Sood for over six years. I really like the way he spends time with you, to make sure you understand what is going on with your health. I have recommended him to all of my friends and three of my siblings goes to him. Yes, you have to pay your co-pay in cash; however, being a good and attentive doctor out weighs that to me. I'm there about my life, health and being proactive for a good quality of life. I'm pleased with him and his staff.”

  • “Exceptional doctor, that listens and cares for his patients. The staff was professional and handles all our international both in person and over the phone really well. The only slow thing is the insurance coordinators seemed to be outsourced so sometimes that could take time to get pre-authorization/coverage. Great office if your plan is in network or you are cash pay.”


  • “I had got my colonoscopy+endoscopy done by Dr Sanjiv Sood. He is a highly professional gastroenterologist. Both procedures were completed and my report was given to me immediately. All the nursing staff were very professional and excellent. I have referred him to all my social circle.”

  • “Been going here for over 30 years nothing negative to say about him or his staff. Very caring and excellent doctor. A+ grade for me.”

  • “Excellent care, follow up and staff!”

  • “I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Sood. He explained everything to me regarding the procedure and what to expect post-surgery.”

News & Updates

Featured
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, behind only lung cancer. The National Cancer Institute estimates that 152,810 people in the United States received a diagnosis of colon or rectal cancer in 2024, and approximately 53,010 died of it.

SIBO Awareness Day
SIBO Awareness Day

SIBO Awareness Day takes place on April 8th to raise patient and practitioner awareness of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), a commonly misdiagnosed disorder.

IBS Awareness Month
IBS Awareness Month

IBS Awareness Month is listed on the U.S. National Health Observances calendar. If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you are not alone – IBS is common with prevalence estimated at 5% to 10%. Yet many people remain undiagnosed and unaware that their symptoms indicate a medically recognized disorder.

Gastroparesis Awareness Month
Gastroparesis Awareness Month

During the month of August, IFFGD works to focus attention on important health messages about gastroparesis diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life issues. The goals include improving understanding of gastroparesis to help patients and families manage the condition, and encouraging preventive strategies.

Contact Us

Main Office

Sanjiv Sood M.D. Gastroenterology
3060 Mitchellville Road, Suite 102, Bowie, MD 20716
Phone: 301-249-8440
Fax: 301-249-8441

Surgery Center Locations

Greenbelt Ambulatory Surgery Center
7809 Belle Point Drive
Greenbelt MD 20770
Rockville Ambulatory Surgery Center
11400 Rockville Pike
Rockville MD 20852