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Dr. Michael Frank

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Michael Frank is a gastroenterologist practicing in New York, New York. Dr. Frank specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Frank performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Dr. Michael Frank
  • New York, New York
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Bleeding after a colonoscopy - is it normal?

Bleeding after a routine colonoscopy even without biopsies or polyp removal can occur. Red flag bleeding that calls for immediate medical attention is bleeding greater than a tablespoon, READ MORE
Bleeding after a routine colonoscopy even without biopsies or polyp removal can occur. Red flag bleeding that calls for immediate medical attention is bleeding greater than a tablespoon, bleeding with abdominal pain and or bleeding mixed with mucus. Fever after a colonoscopy calls for immediate medical attention.

Is my constipation normal?

Not every person has regular bowel function. There is a wide variability in how often people especially women evacuate. Incidental constipation is not necessarily a cause for alarm READ MORE
Not every person has regular bowel function. There is a wide variability in how often people especially women evacuate. Incidental constipation is not necessarily a cause for alarm but should be discussed with your physician

I was just diagnosed with Crohn's, but there is a history of bowel cancer in my family. What should I look out for?

Your gastroenterologist will guide you through the appropriate screening procedures. Screening for bowel cancer is done according to accepted and published guidelines.