About Arunan S. Vamadevan, MD

Dr. Vamadevan, a board-certified gastroenterologist and advanced endoscopist. He enjoys building long-lasting patient relationships with his patients and performing advanced endoscopic procedures. With a distinguished career, Dr. Vamadevan has held the position of Chief of Gastroenterology at Inova Alexandria Hospital and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. Beyond clinical practice, he has contributed to the field through the authorship of numerous articles and book chapters focusing on advanced endoscopic techniques and inflammatory bowel disease.

Dr. Vamadevan lives in Northern Virginia with his wife, also a physician, and his two children. He enjoys playing sports with his children, traveling, living an active lifestyle, and listening to all genres of music. He has also volunteered for national and international medical relief efforts.

Fast Track Screening Colonoscopy

Dr. Vamadevan provides a service called Fast Track Colonoscopy, which is a regular colonoscopy that does not require prior consultation before the colonoscopy procedure. Fast Track Colonoscopy saves patients time, money, and minimizes work absences for doctor visits. Fast Track is for adults 45 or older with an average risk for colorectal cancer that do not have any existing GI symptoms.

Click here to see if you qualify. 

Conditions & Procedures

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux & GERD
  • Anal Abscess
  • Anal Fissures
  • Anal Fistulas
  • Anemia
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Biliary Disease
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cirrhosis
  • Colon Cancer Screening
  • Colon Diseases & Polyps
  • Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Diverticulitis
  • Dyspepsia
  • Dysphagia
  • Esophageal Disease
  • Fatty Liver Disease
  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Gastritis
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Gastroparesis
  • H. Pylori
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Indigestion
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Liver Disease
  • Pancreatic Disease & Pancreatitis
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Radiation Proctitis
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Capsule Endoscopy (Pill Cam)
  • Colonoscopy (Screening & Diagnostic)
  • EGD (Upper Endoscopy)
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
  • ERCP & Stents
  • Esophageal Ablation
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Esophageal pH Testing (Bravo)
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • IV Therapy
  • Liver Biopsies
  • PEG Placement

Office Locations

Primary Location

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Alexandria - Beauregard

1800 N. Beauregard St.
Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22311

Phone: 703-823-3750
Fax: 703-897-8763

Procedure Locations

Having a procedure? It may not always be in the same location where you consulted with your doctor. Check with your doctor to make sure you’re headed to the right place.

Education

Medical

State University of NY Brooklyn

Residency

SUNY Downstate Medical Center

Fellowship

North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset, Gastroenterology

Fellowship

North Shore University Hospital-Manhasset, Endoscopy

Professional Highlights

Certifications

Board Certified, Gastroenterology

Awards & Recognitions

  • Washingtonian, Top Doctor
  • Vitals, On-Time Doctor Award

Professional Memberships

  • American Soceity for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Articles

Patient Care

Men's Health Week - Colon Cancer

June 10-16, 2024, is Men’s Health Week! It’s a great time for men to prioritize their health and seek preventive care such as colon cancer screening.