Dr. Catherine M Chura M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
3305 N Leisure World Blvd Silver Spring MD, 20906About
Dr. Catherine Chura is a gastroenterologist practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Chura 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. Chura performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1963
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- Johns Hopkins Hospital 1974
- Veterans Administration Medical Center 1971
- Baltimore PHS Hospital 1972
- Veterans Administration Medical Center 1979
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