Dr. Michael S Urban MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
160 Jfk Drive Suite 103 Lake Worth FL, 33462About
Dr. Michael Urban is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lake Worth, FL. Dr. Urban 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. Urban performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx 1984
Texas A&M University, TX 1984
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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