Internal Medicine Associates

Internal Medicine Associates is a doctor practice in Anchorage, Alaska, specializing in gastroenterology and endocrinology care. Serving patients across Anchorage, Palmer, and Fairbanks, the practice provides comprehensive services including colon cancer screening, endoscopy with stricture dilation, evaluation of acid reflux and swallowing disorders, treatment of diabetes and thyroid disease, and management of chronic hepatitis and liver transplant care. With a strong foundation rooted in Alaskan healthcare since 1972, the team delivers timely, professional, and high-quality medical care. The practice holds a 4.60 rating based on patient feedback, reflecting consistent patient satisfaction and trust.

Founded by the first gastrointestinal physicians in Alaska, Internal Medicine Associates operates as a physician-owned and led clinic with a legacy of community service. The team, including managing physicians Dr. Douglas Haghighi and Dr. Praveen Roy, focuses on delivering care with passion and purpose, placing patients at the center of every decision. The practice offers advanced treatments such as capsule endoscopy, ERCP, and feeding tube placement, and supports patients through digital tools like the patient portal for record access and appointment scheduling. The team remains committed to continuity of care, especially during transitions, such as when Dr. Kimberly Houghton relocated out of state.

Located on DeBarr Road in Anchorage, the clinic sits within Building A, Suite 50, just a short distance from Alaska Regional Hospital and Airport Heights Elementary School. It is within a quarter-mile of Nichols Park and less than a half-mile from the Anchorage Fire Department Training Station and North Star Behavioral Hospital, making it accessible within a well-established urban corridor.

The practice is recognized for its well-documented presence across digital platforms and a website optimized for clarity and usability, supporting seamless access to services and information. This strong digital foundation reflects the clinic’s dedication to transparency and patient-centered communication.

As a longstanding provider in Anchorage’s healthcare landscape, Internal Medicine Associates continues to be a trusted name in specialized medical care, combining deep local roots with modern, patient-focused medicine.