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John Birk, MD, FACG

Gastroenterology

Speaks: English 

Care Provided

Specialties

  • Gastroenterology

Locations

Gastroenterology

UConn Health

Outpatient Pavilion, 6th Floor East

135 Dowling Way

Farmington, CT 06030

860-679-3238
clinic

Education & Training

Education
  1. MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Physiological Psychology - 1982
  2. MD, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Medicine - 1986
  3. BS, University of Vermont, Biological Science - 1979
Internship
  1. Internal Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook - 1987
Residency
  1. Internal Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook - 1989
Fellowship
  1. Gastroenterology, State University of New York at Stony Brook - 1992
Board Certification
  1. Internal Medicine
  2. Gastroenterology

Honors & Awards

  1. 2010 - American College of Gastroenterology Fellow - American College of Gastroenterology

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

32 Ratings, 25 Reviews

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  • 5

    August 5, 2025

    There was a backup in the check-in line even though some clerks appeared to be standing around. The wait time to see the physician was nearly 45 minutes; however, the time the doctor took in the process of diagnosing my ailment made up for the delay.

  • 5

    July 8, 2025

    Dr. Birk is a fabulous doctor. He is wicked smart and a great listener. I completely trust his medical judgement. I feel like he and I are a team in developing the treatment planI feel medically safe in his hands...

  • 5

    April 29, 2025

    Dr. Birk is an excellent physician! You should be proud to have him on staff!

  • 5

    April 8, 2025

    Dr. Birk is excellent. Staff is kind and caring.