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Dr. Peter J. Bangsund M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA, 52242About
Dr. Peter Bangsund is a gastroenterologist practicing in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Bangsund 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. Bangsund performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Konrad Schulze MD200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City Iowa 52242
- Dr. Jeremy Fields MD200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
- Dr. Steven Ferenc Polyak MD200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
- Dr. Thomas Gibbons Shreves MD540 E Jefferson Street Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. Joseph Anthony Truszkowski MD540 E Jefferson Street Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. Adrian N Holm D.O.200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
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