Dr. Monjur Ahmed MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
132 S. 10th Street 480 Main Bldg. Philadelphia PA, 19107About
Dr. Monjur Ahmed is a gastroenterologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka Univ, Bangladesh 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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I was just diagnosed with Crohn's, but there is a history of bowel cancer in my family. What should I look out for?
You should look for small bowel and colon cancer. READ MORE
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