Masi Khaja, MD, is a highly qualified gastroenterologist providing specialist care for the population of Grand Junction, Colorado, at Gastroenterology Associates of Western Colorado. Dr. Khaja grew up in the Morristown and Jersey City areas of New Jersey from the age of 10, after moving there with his family. His childhood dream was to become a doctor, and in 1999 he saw his dream come true when he graduated with a medical degree. He completed his internship in Brooklyn’s New York Methodist Hospital, an affiliate of Cornell University, where he felt drawn to the field of Gastroenterology, in which he now specializes. Dr. Khaja is fellowship-trained, board-certified, and has an impressive record of publication in notable medical journals. His mission is to reduce the number of people colon cancer effects by promoting prevention and early detection of the disease through regular screening.   In 2006, Dr. Khaja relocated to Grand Junction. He loves to spend time outdoors, skiing in the winter and taking part in a range of sporting activities during the summer. After spending many years in a large city, Dr. Khaja appreciates the small town atmosphere of Grand Junction and aims to provide outstanding service for the people in his community.