Dr. Mark Lee Appler MD FACP
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
601 Willow St Mount Airy NC, 27030Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Mark Appler is a gastroenterologist practicing in Mount Airy, NC. Dr. Appler 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. Appler performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Wake Forest School of Medicine of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
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