Dr. Jason L Umphress M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1321 Cottonwood St Suite 203 Woodland CA, 95695About
Dr. Jason Umphress is a gastroenterologist practicing in Woodland, CA. Dr. Umphress 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. Umphress performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1995
University of California 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Cirrhosis
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
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