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Dr. Robert Leo Owen M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
4150 Clement St Va Medical Center 11 San Francisco CA, 94121About
Dr. Robert Owen is a gastroenterologist practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Owen 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. Owen performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1966
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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