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Dr. Santhosh Augustine M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
101 W 27th St Lumberton NC, 28358About
Dr. Santhosh Augustine is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lumberton, NC. Dr. Augustine 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. Augustine performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Med Coll, Univ Of Kerala, Trivandrum, Kerala, India 1985
Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University 1985
Medical College Thiruvananthapuram 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- H. Pylori
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Harvey Hamilton Allen MD730 Oakridge Blvd Lumberton NC 28358
- Dr. Gregory Locklear M.D.1011 Woodridge Dr Lumberton NC 28358
- Dr. Kwadwo Agyei-gyamfi M.D.4348 Fayetteville Rd Lumberton NC 28358
Nearest Hospitals
CAPE FEAR VALLEY-BLADEN COUNTY HOSPITALl
501 SOUTH POPLAR STREET ELIZABETHTOWN NC 28337MCLEOD MEDICAL CENTER - DILLONl
301 E JACKSON STREET PO BOX 1327 DILLON SC 29536