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Sophie M. Balzora, MD, FACG

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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, Crohn'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.

09/17/2025

ABGH is making a B.I.G. Impact. 🔥

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Mama? We made it!!!!! 🫶🏿

ABGH’s ‘The Doctor Will See You Now’ Campaign has made it to , y’all. NEJM!!

🚨 More than half of Black patients say they’ve had a negative experience at the doctor’s office. This is a reality we can no longer accept. 🚨

We’re here to empower our communities to have the tools they need to feel empowered in the doctor’s office, and to take charge of their health and healthcare as best as they are able.

This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more of what TDWSYN Campaign* has to offer you and your loved ones.

🔗 in bio to learn more.

TDWSYN = The Doctor Will See You Now

Thank you to the incredible team at for working alongside us in this labor of love.

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09/15/2025

During the 2025 Emmy Awards, R. Scott Gemmill, the creator of the HBO medical drama The Pitt, dedicated the award for Outstanding Drama Series to healthcare workers, frontline staff, and first responders. During his acceptance speech, Gemmill said, “Respect them, protect them, trust them”.

08/20/2025

OK…so this one stopped me in my (running) tracks…🏃🏿‍♀️

And especially during , y’all!

Thankfully, the jury is very much still out on this, the study is preliminary and unpublished, and the study is highly limited by the lack of some key information. But the findings are interesting nonetheless, and the underlying message is important, so listen up.

No one is immune to colore**al cancer. The most fit of us can get it, as can the most unhealthy. We are not low risk, even if we’re ultramarathoners, tri-athletes, or Ironmen.

✅ We can lower our risk by getting screened on time, limiting 🍺 and 🍸 and 🥩 , quitting 🚬, and staying active.
✅ WE MUST learn to LISTEN TO OUR BODIES! Don’t ignore symptoms just because you are fit and exercise!

Go to your health care professional, regularly. Get the checkups. Watch for symptoms, at any age! And pass this message on to your loved ones. ✌🏾

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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!

🔗 bio for the article.

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! 🫶🏿

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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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!

06/17/2025

Spotted in the East Village, NY, NY.

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

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

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?

05/28/2025

Finally - Some wise words to get over hump day!

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