Sophie M. Balzora, MD, FACG

Sophie M. Balzora, MD, FACG Dr. Sophie Balzora is currently accepting new patients.

Having trained at Columbia University Medical Center and the NYU School of Medicine, Dr. Sophie Balzora is a board-certified gastroenterologist performing outpatient consultations and procedures for a variety of gastrointestinal issues. As an Assistant Professor of Medicine and practicing gastroenterologist, Dr. Sophie Balzora specializes in digestive conditions including, but not limited to, Croh

n's and ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD), celiac disease, colon cancer screening and prevention, re**al bleeding, peptic ulcer disease, and minority and women's health. The NYU Langone Medical Center - Ambulatory Care West Side has expanded to include several new exam rooms, and a state-of-the-art endoscopy suite and recovery room. Procedures are performed with ease at the practice with the use of high definition endoscopes, and staffed with NYU anesthesiologists and nursing support, and a professional and friendly staff. NYU Langone Medical Center - Ambulatory Care West Side also conveniently provides patients with multidisciplinary care under one roof: primary care, colore**al surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, rheumatology, cardiology, gynecology, nutrition, physiatry, and orthopedics are all available at our facility.

isn’t afraid to ask the 💩 questions that so many patients ponder, and head to the Internet to answer…The consensus from...
07/31/2025

isn’t afraid to ask the 💩 questions that so many patients ponder, and head to the Internet to answer…

The consensus from the docs interviewed, including yours truly:

💡 All 👀 on the 💩 before you flush!

💡 Everyone’s ‘regular’ is different, & based on so many things, when it comes to 💩 habits. But when in doubt, bring it up to your doc. Don’t worry or suffer in silence!

💡 It’s a change in the habits that may sound an 🚨, generally, so talk about it with your doc!

💡 🩸 in the 💩 is never normal. It doesn’t always signal or something dangerous, but it always warrants a chat with your clinician. Don’t be afraid to bring it up!

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“The leading theory is that there is no single leading theory.” Sadly, we’re seeing this data play out in our offices mo...
07/23/2025

“The leading theory is that there is no single leading theory.”

Sadly, we’re seeing this data play out in our offices more and more with our younger patients.

As the research grows, advice you can follow today that can decrease your risk for these gut cancers include:

✅ Get your screening tests on time! ⏰
✅ Don’t ignore symptoms! Listen to your gut.
✅ Stay active. Move your body!
✅ Quit smoking (yes, it’s hard, & you can do it!)
✅ Limit alcohol consumption.
✅ More leafy greens and fruits. Less 🥩.
✅ Know your family medical history, especially that of your parents and siblings
✅ Did I mention getting your screenings on time? 😉

Screen for **alcancer at age 45 if you’re average risk, and even earlier if you’re higher risk. Talk to your doc. Don’t let fear or time get the best of you! 🫶🏿

The FIFTH ANNUAL Equity in GI Conference is almost here! 🎉 A huge kudos to this one-of-a-kind org for patients, founded...
07/21/2025

The FIFTH ANNUAL Equity in GI Conference is almost here! 🎉

A huge kudos to this one-of-a-kind org for patients, founded by your favorite patient advocate, .

So very proud of how far you’ve come, and give what’s ahead for both you and the communities you work so hard for. Your selflessness is palpable, and saves lives.

I’m excited to give 3 talks in ATL during EIGI. Come find me!

🎤 The Value of Patient & Provider Partnership
🎤 Celiac Disease, Gluten Sensitivity, & Wheat Allergy: Sorting Through it All
🎤 Name in a Frame: Understanding Biosimilars

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ABGH’s NEXUS is back! For those who don’t know - NEXUS: Nurturing, Excelling, and Unifying Sisters in Medicine sold out ...
06/18/2025

ABGH’s NEXUS is back!

For those who don’t know - NEXUS: Nurturing, Excelling, and Unifying Sisters in Medicine sold out in its inaugural year in 2024, and we are SO excited to bring you another phenomenal experience in NYC this fall.!

To my fellow Black women in healthcare: It’s our time. Find me in NYC from October 3rd-5th at ! Link in bio to register!

Spotted in the East Village, NY, NY.
06/17/2025

Spotted in the East Village, NY, NY.

FACT: Colore**al cancer is on the rise in folks under 50 y.o.FACT: For most at average risk, it is highly preventable wh...
06/16/2025

FACT: Colore**al cancer is on the rise in folks under 50 y.o.
FACT: For most at average risk, it is highly preventable when screened at the right age.
FACT: when caught early, survival rates are >90%!

Thanks to for pinging me for this piece alongside . 💙

Know your risk. Know the signs. Get the right cancer screening test fur you. Don’t delay!

Signs & symptoms that should get your 🍑 to the doctor:
🚨 blood in the stool
🚨 change in your bowel habits - both in frequency and shape
🚨 unexplained belly pain
🚨 new, unexplained fatigue
🚨 low iron counts and anemia

**alcancer

This is so sad. Gen X-ers and elderly millennials grew up with her, and she was bomb. 🙏🏾 Get your screenings on time, fa...
06/12/2025

This is so sad. Gen X-ers and elderly millennials grew up with her, and she was bomb. 🙏🏾

Get your screenings on time, fam. And tell your loved ones the same. 🤎

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I’m so sad. She was a great broadcaster and a beautiful person. We almost worked together a couple of times. She was a star. RIP

Patient: ‘I can’t believe you have a medical team of all Black women. I couldn’t believe it when they brought me into th...
06/04/2025

Patient: ‘I can’t believe you have a medical team of all Black women. I couldn’t believe it when they brought me into the room. That is so dope.’

From the medial assistant to the tech to the anesthesiologist to yours truly who was about to do her colonoscopy….

In a profession where make up less than 3% of physicians, she’s absolutely right. 🤎

To my : When was the last time your Black female patient lifted you up in a way you needed?

Finally - Some wise words to get over hump day!
05/28/2025

Finally - Some wise words to get over hump day!

Not sending an email highlighting IBS, and some fantastic resources to learn more! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Talk about coming in hot with ...
05/14/2025

Not sending an email highlighting IBS, and some fantastic resources to learn more! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Talk about coming in hot with the receipts (which is actually very on brand for CVS…IYKYK).

Thanks Facebook for reminding me of the moment my career in GI was solidified! 💩 for life! 😅
04/29/2025

Thanks Facebook for reminding me of the moment my career in GI was solidified!

💩 for life! 😅

Fam - THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 2nd at 8PM ET Join me in a LIVE webinar honoring — an incredible musician who played w the lik...
02/27/2025

Fam - THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 2nd at 8PM ET

Join me in a LIVE webinar honoring — an incredible musician who played w the likes of , , , and more — who was diagnosed with colore**al cancer at 38, and passed at the age of 40. He leaves behind a legacy of art + advocacy. His message saved lives, especially knowing colore**al cancer is happening more in young folks, and outcomes are worst for Black folks. 🙏🏾

While battling cancer, he let the world know what it means to and fight for your community so no one else would suffer how he did. He was brave.

I’ll be joined by , band leader for , , colore**al cancer survivor and 1st Black Rockette, , wife and caregiver to James, and Dr. Pascale White (), ABGH physician expert.

We look forward to seeing you, and being your questions!!

**alcancerawareness **alcancerawarenessmonth

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