Dr. John D Betteridge M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
Walter Reeddarmy Medical Ctr 6900 Georgia Avenue, Washington DC, 20307About
Dr. John Betteridge is a gastroenterologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Betteridge 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. Betteridge performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- The use of pholasin as a probe for the determination of plasma total antioxidant capacity.
- Drug-induced liver injury from initial dose of infliximab.
- IBD HINTS for Preventive Care.
- IBD HINTS for Preventive Care.
- Enhanced in vivo platelet release reaction and malondialdehyde formation in patients with hyperlipidemia.
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