Dr. Hatef Massoumi M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1250 Waters Pl Suite 1201 Bronx NY, 10461About
Dr. Hatef Massoumi is a gastroenterologist practicing in Bronx, NY. Dr. Massoumi 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. Massoumi performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Iran Univ of Med Sci, Teheran, Iran 1994
Iran University Of Med Science Tehran Iran 1994
Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) 1997
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Liver Cancer
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Hepatitis B
- Indigestion
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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