John Kasher MD

John Kasher, MD, FACP, FACG

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Dr. John Kasher completed his undergraduate training at UCLA, where he graduated with Cum Laude honors. He moved to Boston and received his MD degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Kasher continued his training at the UCLA-Olive View Internal Medicine Residency program, where he completed internship and residency training. He attended the University of Arizona for his fellowship and received further sub-specialty education in areas of gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopy, including training in advanced endoscopic procedures such as EUS and ERCP.

Dr. Kasher has received several awards and recognition for his scholastic achievements, including being recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology as well as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has had several publications and has given presentations at regional and national physician meetings. His contribution was recognized with the “Best Clinical Presentation” award for his talk at the American College of Physicians national conference. His humanistic attributes were recognized with a nomination for the “Most Humanistic Intern” award during his internship training.

Treatment Philosophy

My philosophy is to treat each individual with utmost respect and dignity. To provide patient-centered care with compassion and with emphasis on patient education and informed decision making. To practice the art and science of medicine with providing the most effective treatments with emphasis on health maintenance and prevention.

Specialties and Services
Education & Training
  • Undergraduate: UCLA — Cum Laude
  • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
  • Internship (Internal Medicine): UCLA-Olive View Internal Medicine Residency Program — nominated for "Most Humanistic Intern" award
  • Residency (Internal Medicine): UCLA-Olive View Internal Medicine Residency Program
  • Fellowship (Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Endoscopy, including EUS and ERCP): UCLA Medical Center / University of Arizona
  • Fellow: American College of Gastroenterology (FACG)
  • Fellow: American College of Physicians (FACP)
Professional Affiliations
  • Dr. Kasher has received several awards and recognition for his scholastic achievements, including being recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology as well as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
  • His contribution was recognized with the "Best Clinical Presentation" award for his talk at the American College of Physicians national conference.
  • American College of Physicians (ACP
  • Fellowship FACP status)
  • American College of Gastroenterology (ACG
  • Fellowship FACG status)
  • Massachusetts Medical Society (membership)
  • American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE membership)
  • Active medical staff at Providence Saint Joseph hospital