Karim Fawaz
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1493 Cambridge St Cambridge MA, 02139About
Dr. Karim Fawaz is a gastroenterologist practicing in Cambridge, MA. Dr. Fawaz 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. Fawaz performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India 1967
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hepatitis B
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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