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Allegheny Center for Digestive Health
*Primary Location
Federal North Medical Office Building
1307 Federal St
Suite B100
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Tel: 412.359.8900
Fax: 412.359.8977
Federal North Medical Office Building
1307 Federal St
Suite B100
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Tel: 412.359.8900
Fax: 412.359.8977
*Primary Location
Allegheny Center for Digestive Health
500 Blazier Dr
Suite 200
Wexford, PA 15090
Tel: 412.359.8900
Fax: 412.359.8977
Allegheny Center for Digestive Health
500 Blazier Dr
Suite 200
Wexford, PA 15090
Tel: 412.359.8900
Fax: 412.359.8977
Sandra M El-Hachem, MD
Dr. El-Hachem specializes in caring for individuals with digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and microscopic colitis.
She is the director of Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. She is skilled at advanced endoscopic procedures, such as chromoendoscopy, capsule endoscopy, pouchoscopy, and ileoscopy.
After earning her degree at the American University of Beirut School of Medicine in Beirut, Lebanon, she completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. She gained additional training and expertise during her fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Dr. El-Hachem speaks English, French, and Arabic.
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Celiac Disease
Colon Cancer Screening
Colon and Rectal Disease
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diarrhea
Digestive Conditions
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
Esophageal Cancer
GERD
Gastroenterology
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Gas
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Celiac Disease
Colon Cancer Screening
Colon and Rectal Disease
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diarrhea
Digestive Conditions
Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
Esophageal Cancer
GERD
Gastroenterology
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Gas
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcers
Training & Certifications
Fellowship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency
Cleveland Clinic
School
American University of Beirut
Board
American Board of Internal Med-Gastroenterology
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Patient Comments
July 07, 2020
Dr. El-Hachem is a sympathetic physician who explains everything in detail. She listens to what I have to say, then makes the decision on what to do next. I highly recommend her!!!
July 02, 2020
Dr. Sandra El-Hachem is a professional in every way, and she's fun and "human" in her interactions with patients!
June 29, 2020
Dr El-Hachem was excellent. I would recommend her to anyone/everyone. She was patient and attentive to details.
June 23, 2020
this was my first contact with the doctor and it was great
June 10, 2020
Dr ElHachem is the absolute best dr I have ever been to. She is top notch but treats us like we have been friends for years!! She IS A HUGE ASSET TO [...]. I wish I could clone her to be a dr of everything she is that wonderful. I have an [...] son that sees her as well & she treats him with such friendliness & respect... he just loves her as do I. Dr El Hachem's nurse [...] & the entire staff are truly just wonderful!! I recommend her to anyone I know that needs a gastroenterologist. Best asset to [...]!
June 03, 2020
DR. EL-HACHEM IS THE VERY BEST. IN EVERYTHING. [...]
June 02, 2020
She was absolutely wonderful. Very understanding. Great bedside manner.
June 02, 2020
Dr. El-Hachem always listens attentively. I could tell she had reviewed my recent messages to her and had thought about of plan of treatment before our appointment.
June 02, 2020
She's great! Enjoyed the visit and felt confident in her treatment
May 28, 2020
Explained things while under anesthesia.
May 28, 2020
Superb doctor!! Would recommend without hesitation.
May 27, 2020
good
May 27, 2020
Dr. El Hachem is the best. Excellent balance between knowledge, including listening to me, and "bedside manner"
May 16, 2020
dr. elhachem is excellent. I like how she is a good listener, very professional. she also connects and her responses are from the heart. much appreciated.
April 30, 2020
I can not say enough about Dr. El Haschem! She is well studied and compassionate. Her, and her staff, do a fantastic job IMMEDIATELY putting a care plan in to action!
April 24, 2020
healthy discussion
April 23, 2020
good
April 23, 2020
she's the best!
April 08, 2020
Amazing care and concern for my health in the midst of the current pandemic. Dr. El-Hachem and [...] are tremendous. I am beyond grateful for their care.
April 06, 2020
Very knowledgeable about research pertaining to [...] which is what I've been looking for in the [...] area.
April 01, 2020
Very confident, clear she knew what she was doing.
March 21, 2020
[...] sits down with you and truly listens. [...] this one is Great !!!! Can't say enough about her....
March 19, 2020
Dr El-Hatchem is the only doctor of the many I see that really wanted to help figure out what has been going on with my [...] l problems. She has also helped with other issues.
March 07, 2020
Fantastic Dr and staff. I was completely at ease and trusted all involved. Everyone was very caring and professional but made you feel like you were with family or friends.
March 03, 2020
I have already recommended Dr. El-Hachem to family and friends. The doctor made my [...] experience an awesome experience if you can imagine anyone saying this about that procedure.
March 01, 2020
Dr El-Hachem is caring, forthright and had reviewed my med rec prior to appt. I felt well cared for by her & her staff.
January 31, 2020
Love Dr. El-Hachem.
December 30, 2019
great
November 26, 2019
Dr. El-Hachem listened very carefully to my gastro issues and helped me find non-prescription ways to try to help my condition. First gastro doctor that ever did that!
October 31, 2019
She is very caring and understanding. Explains everything clearly.
October 19, 2019
one of the best experiences I've had in a long time for this procedure- everything done professionally and compassionately.
October 09, 2019
Dr El-Hachem is caring and listens to me
October 07, 2019
Dr. El-Hachem is by far the best GI I have seen (and I have seen a lot).
September 11, 2019
The Best
September 03, 2019
Dr. El-Hachem worked wonders for me!
