Dr. Charles Andrew Pickens M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
100 E Wood St Suite 401 Spartanburg SC, 29303About
Dr. Charles Pickens is a gastroenterologist practicing in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Pickens 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. Pickens performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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