Glendon Burress
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
1401 E State St Rockford IL, 61104About
Dr. Glendon Burress is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Rockford, IL. Dr. Burress specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1990
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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