Dr. Carl G West M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
47674 CALEO BAY DRIVE LAQUINTA CA, 92253About
Dr. Carl West is a gastroenterologist practicing in Ithaca, NY. Dr. West 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. West performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1976
Tucom-Ca 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- General Care
Professional Memberships
- Fellow FELLOW, AMERICAN GASTROENTEROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE
Fellowships
- University of California, San Diego Medical Center Gastroenterology
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