Dr. Walter Raymond Thayer MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
830 Chalkstone Ave Va Medical Center Providence RI, 02908About
Dr. Walter Thayer is a gastroenterologist practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Thayer 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. Thayer performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1954
Tufts University School of Medicine 1954
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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