Dr. Michele Frances Belding FACP, MD, Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Michele Frances Belding FACP, MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(16)
8708 Justice Ave Suite Ce Elmhurst NY, 11373
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4/5

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Dr. Michele Belding is a gastroenterologist practicing in Elmhurst, NY. Dr. Belding 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. Belding performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

St George',s University Medicine

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

Female Spanish, French, Italian
Dr. Michele Frances Belding FACP, MD
Dr. Michele Frances Belding FACP, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Why did my lil sister get Ovarian cancer? she did the genetic testing and it was negative, my father died of prostate cancer and my aunt died of ovarian cancer stage 4

    There many different causes of ovarian cancer. Alcohol smoking, are risk factors.  Braca 1 and 2 mutations are associated with ovarian cancer, breast cancer prostate cancer and you sister should be tested. There are other genetic mutations that can increase risks of ovarian cancer as well.  Talc powder in the 1970s contained asbestos contamination which is and irritant and woman who use to place it on there genitals or sanitary pads have an increased risk of ovarian cancer. After 1971 there were regulations against the companies and asbestos contamination stopped. Whether the new talc causes ovarian cancer is still being evaluated. I hope your sister is feeling better. READ MORE

  • Excessive burping with stomach pain -- what's the reason?

    It could be gastroesophageal reflux or gastritis or nonulcer dyspepsia. There is also an infection that can cause bloating abdominal discomfort and dyspepsia called h pylori. It is endemic to many countries  such as South America, africa,Poland and many other countries it is called h pylori. It can cause ulcers ,cancer, malt ,gastritis and should be treated. It is also found in older pts from United States when we were a developing country. You should discuss with your doctor and if needed sent to see a gastroenterologist.There are other causes to be considered as well.   READ MORE

  • Bleeding after a colonoscopy - is it normal?

    After a colonoscopy a small amount of bleeding is considered normal especially after a polyp removal . Any severe bleeding is not and needs to be evaluated immediately.  IF FEVER, and Chills accompany the bleeding this also needs further evaluation The gastroenterologist who has performed the procedure should be notified so he can properly advise her. READ MORE

Professional Memberships

  • Member North Shore-LIJ Medical Group 

Fellowships

  • St Vincents Catholic Medical Ctr/Brooklyn-Queens  

Dr. Michele Frances Belding FACP, MD's Practice location

Dr. Michele Belding

8708 Justice Ave Suite Ce -
Elmhurst, NY 11373
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Dr. Michele Frances Belding FACP, MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 16 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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