Dr. John Achillea Kirkikis MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
301 4th St Suite 1-A Alexandria LA, 71301About
Dr. John Kirkikis is a gastroenterologist practicing in Alexandria, LA. Dr. Kirkikis 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. Kirkikis performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1985
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Joseph Drake Hollier MD301 4th St Alexandria LA 71301
- Dr. Harishwar H Agarwal M.D.1337 Centre Ct Alexandria LA 71301
- Dr. Maury Keesler Morrison M.D.3311 PRESCOTT RD STE 411 ALEXANDRIA LA 71301