Dr. Neil Ferrara MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
300 Bay Shore Rd North Babylon NY, 11703About
Dr. Neil Ferrara is a gastroenterologist practicing in North Babylon, NY. Dr. Ferrara 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. Ferrara performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny 1988
Stony Brook University School of Medicine 1988
State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Gas
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