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Dr. Bernard D Clifford M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
10 Hospital Dr Holyoke MA, 01040About
Dr. Bernard Clifford is a gastroenterologist practicing in Holyoke, MA. Dr. Clifford 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. Clifford performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1988
Boston University School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mary E Norris MD2 Hospital Dr Holyoke MA 01040
- Robert M Weiss Other10 Hospital Dr Holyoke MA 01040
- Dr. Mujtaba I Butt M.D.Holyoke Medical Center Holyoke MA 01040
Nearest Hospitals
HOLYOKE MEDICAL CENTERl
575 BEECH STREET HOLYOKE MA 1040BAYSTATE MEDICAL CENTERl
759 CHESTNUT STREET SPRINGFIELD MA 1199SHRINERS' HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN (THE)l
516 CAREW STREET SPRINGFIELD MA 1104