Dr. David Charles Kunkel M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
8700 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles CA, 90048About
Dr. David Kunkel is a gastroenterologist practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Kunkel 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. Kunkel performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, NM Medical Degree
Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA Other Degree
UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA Other Degree
Gastroenterologist Medical Degree
Assistant Professor of Medicine Medical Degree
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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