Dr. Larry H Pennington MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
170 Amendment Ave Digestive Disease As Rock Hill SC, 29732About
Dr. Larry Pennington is a gastroenterologist practicing in Rock Hill, SC. Dr. Pennington 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. Pennington performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc 1991
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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