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Jeffrey D Gellis, D.O.

Gastroenterologist located in Akron, OH

About Jeffrey Gellis, DO

Dr. Jeffrey D. Gellis is a Board-Certified and Fellowship-trained Gastroenterologist at The Gastroenterology Group in Akron, Ohio. Dedicated to his field of work, he specializes in colorectal cancer screening, gastroesophageal reflux disorders, inflammatory bowel diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, and hemorrhoid banding.

Dr. Gellis began his education at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, receiving his Bachelor of Science in cell and molecular biology. He went on to Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he achieved his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Following his education, Dr. Gellis fulfilled his Internal Medicine residency at The Graduate Hospital of Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, where he became the Chief Medical Resident. After this, he completed a Fellowship in Gastroenterology with The Graduate Hospital and later a Fellowship in Gastroenterology with Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. 

Interested in learning more about diagnosing and treating digestive system issues, Dr. Gellis achieved Board Certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology as a subspecialty. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and certified by the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners. Dr. Gellis also serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown, Ohio.

In addition, Dr. Gellis has recently received recognition from Akron Life Magazine Top Docs and has been considered one of the Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctors since 2021.

He enjoys caring for his patients and providing exceptional care using the most current methods available. He looks forward to connecting with his patients, both new and established, by listening with a compassionate ear. He looks forward to meeting the needs of all his patients at The Gastroenterology Group.

Dr. Gellis is very active outside the office and enjoys hiking, skiing, or running with his family in the beautiful MetroParks and abroad. He is also a fan of popular arts and various genres of music.

Dr. Jeffrey D. Gellis is a Board-Certified and Fellowship-trained Gastroenterologist at The Gastroenterology Group in Akron, Ohio. Dedicated to his field of work, he specializes in colorectal cancer screening, gastroesophageal reflux disorders, inflammatory bowel diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, and hemorrhoid banding.

Dr. Gellis began his education at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, receiving his Bachelor of Science in cell and molecular biology. He went on to Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he achieved his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Following his education, Dr. Gellis fulfilled his Internal Medicine residency at The Graduate Hospital of Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, where he became the Chief Medical Resident. After this, he completed a Fellowship in Gastroenterology with The Graduate Hospital and later a Fellowship in Gastroenterology with Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. 

Interested in learning more about diagnosing and treating digestive system issues, Dr. Gellis achieved Board Certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology as a subspecialty. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and certified by the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners. Dr. Gellis also serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown, Ohio.

In addition, Dr. Gellis has recently received recognition from Akron Life Magazine Top Docs and has been considered one of the Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctors since 2021.

He enjoys caring for his patients and providing exceptional care using the most current methods available. He looks forward to connecting with his patients, both new and established, by listening with a compassionate ear. He looks forward to meeting the needs of all his patients at The Gastroenterology Group.

Dr. Gellis is very active outside the office and enjoys hiking, skiing, or running with his family in the beautiful MetroParks and abroad. He is also a fan of popular arts and various genres of music.


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