Dr. Joseph C Scirica MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
245 Alvord Park Rd Bldg B Torrington CT, 06790Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Joseph Scirica is a gastroenterologist practicing in Torrington, CT. Dr. Scirica 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. Scirica performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1987
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine 1987
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology- 1995
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
Fellowships
- Albany Medical Center Hospital - GI 2013
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