Dr. Thomas A Swafford MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1301 W Sixth Street Suite 106 Stillwater OK, 74074Rating
3/5
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Dr. Thomas Swafford is a gastroenterologist practicing in Stillwater, OK. Dr. Swafford 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. Swafford performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh 1982
Ohio State University College of Medicine 1982
Universitat de Valencia Facultat de Medicina e Odontologia 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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