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Dr. John Gettys Mccarthy M.D., M.SC.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
8901 WISCONSIN AVE BETHESDA MD, 20889About
Dr. John Mccarthy is a gastroenterologist practicing in BETHESDA, MD. Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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- Dr. Scott Louis Itzkowitz D.O.8901 Wisconsin Avenue Bethesda MD 20889
- Dr. Maria Sjogren MD8901 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda MD 20889
- Dr. David L Furman M.D.8901 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda MD 20889
- Dr. John Thomas Bassett M.D.8901 WISCONSIN AVE BETHESDA MD 20889
- Dr. Joseph Geoffery Cheatham M.D.8901 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda MD 20889
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