Dr. Ricardo Mitre M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
925 Brighton Rd Pittsburgh PA, 15233About
Dr. Ricardo Mitre is a gastroenterologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Mitre 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. Mitre performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ Mayor De San Simon- Fac De Cien De La Salud- Cochabamba- Bolivia 1967
Universidad de Oriente Escuela de Medicina 1967
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Anemia
- Obesity
- Cirrhosis
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Pain
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