Dr. Jacob Walfish M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
101 Broadway Suite 301 Brooklyn NY, 11249About
Dr. Jacob Walfish is a gastroenterologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Walfish 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. Walfish performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1974
Harvard Medical School 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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