Dr. Piyush Kumar MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
700 Garden View Ct Suite 102 Encinitas CA, 92024About
Dr. Piyush Kumar is a gastroenterologist practicing in Encinitas, CA. Dr. Kumar 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. Kumar performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ Of Zambia- Sch Of Med- Lusaka- Zambia 1982
University of Zambia School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Treatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- H. Pylori
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