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Dr. Kong peng Yap M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
33 Creek Road Irvine CA, 92604Practice Philosophy
Traditional Medicine
About
Dr. Kong peng Yap is a gastroenterologist practicing in Fresno, CA. Dr. Yap 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. Yap performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa MD 1998
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Egd
- Colonoscopy (with Polypectomy)
- Ercp
Professional Memberships
- Member ASGE
Fellowships
- Tulane University Med Ctr and affiliated hospitals Gastroenterology and Hepatology 2004
Dr. Kong peng Yap M.D.'s Practice location
KSB Gastroenterology
33 Creek Road -Irvine, CA 92604Get Direction
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