Dr. William J. Provance, DO, FACG

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Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. William J. Provance, who serves patients in Naples, Florida.

In practice since 1993, Dr. Provance is an experienced, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Millennium Physician Group in Naples, Florida.

Millennium Physician Group is one of the largest comprehensive independent physician groups with more than 500 healthcare providers located throughout Florida. It is continuously recognized for its dedication and commitment to improving the health of patients and residents in the surrounding communities. The mission of Millennium Physician Group encompasses “Connecting the best doctors, service, and quality. Every patient, every time.”

Following the completion of his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987, Dr. Provance went on to pursue his training. He completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Allegheny General Hospital. 

Licensed to practice medicine in Florida and Pennsylvania, the doctor is board-certified in gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine, a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world. 

Additionally, he is a professional member of the American College of Gastroenterology (Fellow), Florida Society of Gastroenterology, Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, and the American Osteopathic Association.

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.

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