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Nilay Kavathia, M.D.
Gastroenterologist
About Nilay Kavathia, M.D.
Specialties
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Colon Cancer Prevention
- Colonoscopy
- ERCP
- Fecal Incontinence
- GERD
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Remicade® Infusion
- RFA Ablation of Barrett’s
- Upper GI Endoscopy (EGD)
Education
- B.A. in Sociology, Case Western Reserve University – Cleveland, OH
- M.A. in Bio-medical Ethics, Case Western Reserve University – Cleveland, OH
- M.D. University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson, AZ
- Internal Medicine Residency, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals – Philadelphia, PA
- Gastroenterology Fellowship, Phoenix VA/Good Samaritan Hospital – Phoenix, AZ
Board Certification
- American Board of Internal Medicine – Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine – Gastroenterology
Associations/ Memberships
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Hospital Affiliations
- Banner Desert Medical Center
Awards or Distinctions
- Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award
- Teaching Resident of the Year- Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
- Theodore Koff Award
- University of Arizona, College of Medicine’s Excellence in Research Award
- Top Doctor Phoenix Magazine 2025, 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
Locations
Arizona Digestive Health: Mesa – Desert Endoscopy Center
603 W. Baseline Rd
Mesa, AZ 85210
Mesa, AZ 85210
Phone: 480-461-1088
Reviews
Very professional and empathetic Doctor kavathia, nurses and stuff.
Dr. Kavathia is personable and knowledgeable.
Dr Nilay Kavathia came highly recommended by a former patient of his who is a retired physician. He is pleasant and answered all my questions. The medical staff at the surgical center were professional. I highly recommend Dr Kavathia to anyone who is need of a gastroenterologist.
I met Dr Kavathia yesterday, very impressed. He listens with patience and talks to you in a very professional personable in way. I could not be more pleased. 🤗
Doesn’t rush during my appt. Very informative and very easy to talk to. The whole office is full of helpful people.
Saw Dr Kavathia for care following ongoing GI issues. Very professional, knowledgeable and willing to answer all questions and explain all procedures and results
Very friendly, taking time to discuss all necessary details.
Dr. K always listens and suggests a good plan to assess my concerns
Since over 8 years I have been in the care of Dr. Kavathia. He has saved my life. I am now 86, and am free of Barrett’s-Esophagus, pre-cancer, Gerd, and acid-reflux. He is most reassuring and his team, very knowledgeable and understanding. Words cannot be found to express my feelings of gratitude.
P.S.: Love seeing pictures of his beautiful wife, Shailee, and 8 year old twins, Anya and Arjun…🙏👆🏻Please bless his family… and extended families….. as it is evident You are. Thank You… for this unexpected opportunity to share my heartfelt appreciation.
Thelma ‘Thea’ Abel
P.S.: Love seeing pictures of his beautiful wife, Shailee, and 8 year old twins, Anya and Arjun…🙏👆🏻Please bless his family… and extended families….. as it is evident You are. Thank You… for this unexpected opportunity to share my heartfelt appreciation.
Thelma ‘Thea’ Abel
Dr. Kavathia is very personable and really listens and takes time with his patients.
I like both the staff and Dr. Kavathia. He allows enough time so your questions can be answered. He also gives a lot of information. Wait time was minimal. Would definitely recommend to others.
I wish all Doctor's had Dr. Kavathia's bedside manner.
Dr K and his team are excellent! Caring, considerate and professional!!
Dr. Kavathia does a great job of listening and understanding the issues before making his diagnosis. He is very personable and is easy to talk to. Highly recommended.
Staff at surgical center very polite and understanding. Dr kavathia very polite and professional
Dr. Kavathia has always been caring and kind, while listening to everything one is experiencing. His entire staff is very helpful and responds as soon as they possibly can. I feel very assured that it is fine to call whenever I need information.
I was referred to Dr. Kavathia. He did a complete review of all my tests and records. He researched treatment options, suggested the least intrusive and wanted me to called back within 7 days. Very knowledgeable, kind with great personality.
You won't be disappointed choosing this practice for your gastroenterology needs. The staff is great. My personal recommendation is for Dr. Kavathia. He is FANTASTIC!
If you are in need of a colonoscopy or other endoscopy procedure, "Desert Endoscopy" is the place to go. Everyone, from the front desk on, is friendly and highly professional. My doctor is Dr Kavathia, and he is a real jewel - the best! My procedures went very smoothly and my recovery was easy. I couldn't have asked for more! Thank you all at "Desert Endoscopy."
Good and experienced doctor. Very knowledgeable.