Dr. Venkat E Sekar M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
707 N Logan Ave Danville IL, 61832About
Dr. Venkat Sekar is a gastroenterologist practicing in Danville, IL. Dr. Sekar 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. Sekar performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research 1975
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diarrhea
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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