Dr. John Thomas Dorsey MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
40 Medical Park Suite 502 Wheeling WV, 26003About
Dr. John Dorsey is a gastroenterologist practicing in Wheeling, WV. Dr. Dorsey 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. Dorsey performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Wv Univ Sch of Med, Morgantown Wv 1981
West Virginia University School of Medicine 1981
Naval Academy of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Pain
- Hernia
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