
Dr. John Brooks Averette MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
589 Garfield St Suite 101 Tupelo MS, 38801About
Dr. John Averette is a gastroenterologist practicing in Tupelo, MS. Dr. Averette 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. Averette performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Gastritis
- Pain
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Noel K Hunt M.D.589 Garfield St Tupelo MS 38801
- Dr. Ernest Q Williams MD589 Garfield St Tupelo MS 38801
- Dr. Roger L Huey MD589 Garfield St Tupelo MS 38801
- Dr. Clarence A Justice MD589 Garfield St Tupelo MS 38801
- Dr. John O Phillips MD589 Garfield St Tupelo MS 38801
- Dr. Barney Guyton MD589 Garfield St Tupelo MS 38801
Nearest Hospitals
MERIT HEALTH GILMORE MEMORIALl
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