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Dr. Cherif M. El younis M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1 Brookdale Plz Brooklyn NY, 11212About
Dr. Cherif El younis is a gastroenterologist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. El younis 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. El younis performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Ain Shams / Faculty of Medicine 1979
University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine 1980
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Hepatitis C
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Cherif M. El younis M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1 Brookdale Plz
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Charles Bigajer MDOne Brookdale Plaza Brooklyn NY 11212
- Dr. Cynthia Esi Quainoo MD1 BROOKDALE PLZ BROOKLYN NY 11212
- Dr. Elliot Bigajer D.O.1 BROOKDALE PLZ BROOKLYN NY 11212
Nearest Hospitals
KINGS COUNTY HOSPITAL CENTERl
451 CLARKSON AVENUE BROOKLYN NY 11203