Diverticulosis Center - Council Bluffs, IA
Council Bluffs Gastroenterologist Doctors for DiverticulosisType of Physician: Gastroenterologist What is a Gastroenterologist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine. Practitioners focus on the stomach, intestines, colon, liver, and gallbladder (digestive organs). Gastroenterologists treat conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice. They consult with surgeons when abdominal operations are needed. Specialty: Gastroenterology Common Name: GI Doctor Gastroenterologist Doctors in Council Bluffs * Alegent Creighton Hlth Outpat  James L Hartje MD  James W Roat MD Council Bluffs, IowaUpcoming Local Events2013-05-21
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