Dr. Shahid Habib MD
Hepatologist | Hepatology
5295 E KNIGHT DR TUCSON AZ, 85712About
Dr. Shahid Habib is a hepatologist practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Habib specializes in the study of body parts such as the liver, the biliary tree, the gallbladder and the pancreas. Hepatologists manage disorders in these areas and are specifically known for treating viral hepatitis. Patients who have received liver transplants also follow up with hepatologists after their procedure.
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