Dr. Matthew Crosby Rice M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1514 JEFFERSON HIGHWAY NEW ORLEANS LA, 70121About
Dr. Matthew Rice is a gastroenterologist practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Rice 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. Rice performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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