Dr. James Nelson Cooper MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
3300 Gallows Rd Falls Church VA, 22042About
Dr. James Cooper is a gastroenterologist practicing in Falls Church, VA. Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny 1963
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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