Dr. Kathleen Viveiros M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
800 Washington St Tufts Medical Center Boston MA, 02111About
Dr. Kathleen Viveiros is a gastroenterologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Viveiros 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. Viveiros performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Hepatitis B
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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