Dr. Kofi Atta-mensah M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
675 Tower Ave Suite 402 Hartford CT, 06112About
Dr. Kofi Atta-mensah is a gastroenterologist practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Atta-mensah 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. Atta-mensah performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Pain
- H. Pylori
- Stomach Flu
- Vascular Disease
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