Dr. Christopher R Bartalos DO
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1600 E Broadway Columbia MO, 65201About
Dr. Christopher Bartalos is a gastroenterologist practicing in Columbia, MO. Dr. Bartalos 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. Bartalos performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Kansas City University of Medicine DO
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences Medicine
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Effect of music on patients undergoing colonoscopy: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
- Transgastric endoscopic necrosectomy with temporary metallic esophageal stent placement for the treatment of infected pancreatic necrosis (with video).
- Taking SpyGlass outside the GI tract lumen in conjunction with EUS to assist in the diagnosis of a pancreatic cystic lesion (with video).
Professional Memberships
- Member Saint Luke's Care
Fellowships
- Med/Gastroenterolog, University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics, Columbia, MO 2009
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