Dr. Joseph A. Cappa, M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Joseph A. Cappa, M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(13)
300 Western Blvd Suite A Glastonbury CT, 06033
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About

Dr. Joseph Cappa is a gastroenterologist practicing in Glastonbury, CT. Dr. Cappa 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. Cappa performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny 1987

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 1987

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Crohn's Disease
  • Acid Reflux
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Diverticulosis
  • Pain

Professional Memberships

  • Member American Gastrointestinal Association 
  • Member American College of Gastroenterology 

Fellowships

  • University of Connecticut School of Medicine Gastroenterology    1991
  • University of Connecticut School of Medicine   
  • University of Connecticut Health Center - Chief Medical Resident  

Dr. Joseph A. Cappa, M.D.'s Practice location

300 Western Blvd Suite A -
Glastonbury, CT 06033
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Dr. Joseph A. Cappa, M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 13 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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