Ali Alsayed Hussain, MBBS| Gastroenterology | MedStar Health
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Ali Alsayed Hussain

Ali Alsayed Hussain, MBBS
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

4.9 out of 5 (44 reviews)

Specialties: Gastroenterology

Languages: Arabic, English

About me

Ali Hussain, MD, is fellowship-trained in gastroenterology and board-certified in both internal medicine and gastroenterology.

He treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including esophageal disorders, stomach and small bowel conditions, colonic disorders, colorectal cancers, and liver conditions.

Dr. Hussain’s clinical focus includes treating GERD, peptic ulcer disease, hepatitis C, gastrointestinal bleeding, and colon cancer prevention.

He performs a variety of gastrointestinal procedures, such as upper endoscopy, therapeutic endoscopy, enteroscopy, and colonoscopy.

Dr. Hussain is fluent in both English and Arabic.

Philosophy of care
My primary focus is on the comprehensive care and well-being of my patients. I approach each individual with empathy and take the time to understand their unique medical history and personal circumstances. I strive to provide evidence-based, personalized treatment plans that address the root causes of their digestive issues. Through open communication, patient education, and a collaborative approach, I aim to empower my patients to take an active role in managing their gastrointestinal health.

Clinical areas of focus

  • Chronic Diarrhea
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colonoscopy With Biopsy
  • Diarrhea Treatment
  • Diverticulitis
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
  • Endoscopy
  • Enteroscopy With Bleeding Control
  • Flexible Colonoscopy With Biopsy
  • Gastric Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders
  • H. Pylori Treatment
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Pancreatitis
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Transrectal Ultrasound
  • Upper Gi Endoscopy
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Conditions and procedures

Conditions I treat

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Abscess Of The Intestine
  • Acute Cholecystitis
  • Acute Pancreatitis
  • Alimentary Tract Foreign Body
  • Anal Abscess
  • Anal Fissures
  • Anus And Rectum Diseases
  • Aphagia
  • Aphagia And Dysphagia
  • Appendiceal Cancer
  • Autoimmune Hepatitis
  • Benign Liver Tumors
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Bile Duct Stones
  • Biliary Tract Disease
  • Biliary Tract Obstruction
  • Bowel Obstruction
  • Celiac Disease
  • Choledocholithiasis
  • Chronic Constipation
  • Chronic Diarrhea
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colon Disease
  • Colon Polyps
  • Colonic Obstruction
  • Colorectal Malignancy
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Crohn's Disease [Regional Enteritis]
  • Diabetic Gastroparesis
  • Diaphragmatic Hernia
  • Digestive System Complications
  • Digestive System Diseases
  • Digestive System Symptoms
  • Diseases Of Esophagus
  • Diseases Of Stomach And Duodenum
  • Diseases Of The Small Intestine
  • Diverticular Disease
  • Diverticulitis
  • Duodenal Cancer
  • Duodenal Ulcer
  • Duodenitis
  • Dysphagia
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophageal Hernia
  • Esophageal Narrowings
  • Esophagitis
  • Flatulence
  • Functional Dyspepsia
  • Functional Intestinal Disorders
  • Gallbladder Cancer
  • Gastric Cancer
  • Gastric Varices
  • Gastritis
  • Gastroenteritis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) In Children
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders
  • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST)
  • Giardiasis
  • Gilbert Syndrome
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Intestinal Infections
  • Intestinal Ischemia
  • Intestinal Stenosis
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Jaundice
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Liver Encephalopathy
  • Liver Failure
  • Liver Fibrosis
  • Loss Of Appetite
  • Malabsorption Syndrome
  • Malignant Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Mesenteric Ischemia
  • Nausea
  • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
  • Noninfective Gastroenteritis
  • Pancreas Cancer
  • Pancreatic Benign Conditions (E.G. PANCREATITIS, PANCREATIC CYSTS)
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • Pancreatic Failure
  • Pancreatitis
  • Paralytic Ileus And Intestinal Obstruction
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Perianal Fistula
  • Perianal Itching
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease Of The Intestines
  • Polycystic Liver Disease
  • Polyps Of The Colon And Rectum
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
  • Pseudocyst Of The Pancreas
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Rectal Ulcers
  • Regional Enteritis
  • Small Bowel Obstruction
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Steatohepatitis
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Stomach Ulcers
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Viral Hepatitis
  • Vomiting
  • Wilson Disease
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Procedures I perform

  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Celiac Disease Treatment
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colonoscopy With Biopsy
  • Colonoscopy With Injection
  • Diarrhea Treatment
  • EGD With Dilation
  • Electrogastrography
  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
  • Endoscopy
  • Enteroscopy
  • Enteroscopy With Bleeding Control
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Esophageal PH Monitoring
  • Flexible Colonoscopy With Biopsy
  • Gastric Manometry
  • Gastroparesis Treatment
  • Gastrostomy
  • H. Pylori Treatment
  • Hepatitis E Treatment
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment
  • Lactose Intolerance Test
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Lower Gi Endoscopy
  • Pancreatitis Treatment
  • Sigmoidoscopy With Biopsy
  • Transrectal Ultrasound
  • Ulcerative Colitis-Associated Arthritis Treatment
  • Upper Gi Endoscopy
  • Variceal Band Ligation
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Ratings and reviews

  • Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

    4.9
  • Extent to which the care provider listened to you

    4.9
  • Care provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

    4.9
  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.9
  • Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

    4.9
  • Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

    4.9
  • Mar 26, 2025

    He was a rockstar! The amount of genuine concern with me understanding him and clarity made me appreciate him as a DR. I left with little to no question or need for explanation. I would highly recommend him.

  • Mar 20, 2025

    Care provider was excellent.

  • Feb 18, 2025

    Good