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Suhail Salem, MD, Gastroenterology, Northridge, CA

SuhailBakrSalemMD

Gastroenterology Northridge, CA

Advanced Endoscopic Interventional, Biliary Tract Disease, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Pancreas Disease

Interventional Gastroenterology

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  • Office

    18350 Roscoe Blvd Ste 702
    Northridge, CA 91325
    Phone+1 818-280-5961
    Fax+1 818-280-5983

Summary

  • Dr. Suhail Bakr Salem is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over a decade of experience in advanced endoscopic and interventional procedures. He holds a medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine, where he graduated with distinction, and completed his residency in Internal Medicine and a dual fellowship in Gastroenterology at Rush University Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Salem specializes in managing complex biliary tract disease, gastrointestinal cancers, and pancreatic disorders, with expertise in procedures such as endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).

    Currently affiliated with leading medical institutions, including Northridge Hospital Medical Center and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Dr. Salem has led numerous initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes and procedural efficiency. He has earned multiple awards for clinical excellence and teaching, including the Ali Keshavarzian Fellow of the Year Award and the Department of Internal Medicine Teaching and Service Award. Dr. Salem is also a published researcher, contributing to advancements in gastroenterology through journal articles, book chapters, and presentations at national conferences. His leadership extends to mentoring and training upcoming medical professionals, as well as educating the public through media appearances on NBC, CBS, and ABC regarding critical health topics such as colorectal cancer awareness.

Education & Training

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterFellowship, Gastroenterology, 2014 - 2015
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical CenterFellowship, Gastroenterology, 2011 - 2014
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 2007 - 2011
  • McGill University Faculty of Medicine
    McGill University Faculty of MedicineClass of 2007
  • McGill University, College of Arts & Science
    McGill University, College of Arts & ScienceB.S., Microbiology and Immunology, With Great Distinction, 1999 - 2003
  • McGill University, College of Arts & Science
    McGill University, College of Arts & ScienceB.Sc., Microbiology and Immunology, 1999 - 2003

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2018 - 2025
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 2015 - 2019
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2014 - 2015
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2007 - 2014
  • Gastroenterology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Outstanding Achievement in Gastroenterology Rush University, 2014
  • Academic Debates – Winner American Liver Foundation, 2013
  • Winner American Liver Foundation Academic Debates, 2013
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Anuerysm of the Portal Vein Confluence  
    Salem, Suhail B.; Aadam, Abdul Aziz; Shapiro, David M, Digestive Endoscopy, 1/1/2014
  • Histological adequacy of Endoscopic Ultrasound guided liver biopsy using a 19 gauge non Tru cut FNA needle  
    Gor, Niraj; Salem, Suhail B.; Patel, Rikin; Patil, Abhitabh; Shah, Nikunj; Jakate, Shriram, Gastrointest Endosc, 7/31/2013
  • Evaluation and Management of Hepatitis B in Pregnancy: A Survey of Current Practices  
    Singh, Shubha; Salem, Suhail B.; Bruninga, Keith, Gastroenterol Hepatol, 9/1/2010
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Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Predictors of clinical outcome in patients with malignant large bowel obstruction due to extracolonic malignancy.
    Shahdabul Faraz, B.S., Suhail B. Salem, M.D., Hans Gerdes, M.D., Mark Schattner, M.D., Robin Mendelsohn, M.D., Arnold Markowitz, M.D., Emmy Ludwig, M.D., Junting Zheng..., ACG Annual Scientific Meeting, Honolulu, HI, 1/1/2015
  • "Low Risk" Blatchford and AIMS65 Scores do not Identify Patients who can be Discharged from the Emergency Department.
    Salem, Suhail B.; Baxi, Pravir; Singh, Shubha; Kim, Jisu; Swanson, Garth, ACG Annual Scientific Meeting, San Diego, CA, 10/11/2013
  • Severe Hypertriglyceridemic Acute Pancreatitis Treated with Intravenous Insulin and Apheresis.
    Salem, Suhail B.; Baxi, Pravir; Demeo, Mark T, ACG Annual Scientific Meeting, San Diego, CA, 10/11/2013
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Authored Content

  • Predictors of Clinical Outcome of Colonic Stents in Patients with Malignant Large-Bowel Obstruction Due to Extracolonic MalignancyJanuary 2018

Press Mentions

  • Dr. Salem discusses Norovirus outbreak with NBC4 LA news
    Dr. Salem discusses Norovirus outbreak with NBC4 LA newsJanuary 1st, 2025
  • Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital's Dr. Suhail Salem Discusses Celiac Disease on CBS News
    Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital's Dr. Suhail Salem Discusses Celiac Disease on CBS NewsMay 7th, 2024
  • Colon cancer screening awareness
    Colon cancer screening awarenessMarch 24th, 2024
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