Dr. Surakit Pungpapong MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
200 1st St SW Rochester MN, 55905About
Dr. Surakit Pungpapong is a gastroenterologist practicing in Rochester, MN. Dr. Pungpapong 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. Pungpapong performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Faculty of Medicine At Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok MD
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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