Abera H Abay MD AGAF

Gastroenterologist, Connecticut GI Director of endoscopy, William Backus Hospital 2008 to January 2017

105 Wawecus StNorwich, CT 06360
Phone+1 860-889-8331

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Summary

Abera Abay, MD is a gastroenterologist based in Norwich, CT, and is experienced in areas including gastroesophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, and hepatology. Dr. Abay completed his gastroenterology fellowship and residency in internal medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Morningside/West and Beth Israel respectively, before gaining a chief residency in internal medicine. Dr. Abay's achievements include top doctor awards from Connecticut magazine in 2016-2017 and 2021-2023, a fellow award from the American Gastroenterological Association in 2016, and the Weingarten Award for outstanding medical resident in 1998.

Education & Training

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Morningside/WestFellowship, Gastroenterology, 1999 - 2002
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Beth IsraelChief Residency, Internal Medicine, 1998 - 1999
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Beth IsraelResidency, Internal Medicine, 1995 - 1998
Addis Ababa University Faculty of MedicineClass of 1990

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Certifications & Licensure

CT State Medical License 2001 - 2027
American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Vitera Intergy Meaningful Use Edition, Vitera Healthcare Solutions, LLC, 2012, 2014-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification Vitera Intergy Meaningful Use Edition, Vitera Healthcare Solutions, LLC, 2012, 2014-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification Greenway Intergy Meaningful Use Edition, Greenway Health, LLC, 2012, 2014-2017