Dr. Lori Jean Lucas M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
980 Johnson Ferry Rd Ne Suite 820 Atlanta GA, 30342About
Dr. Lori Lucas is a gastroenterologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University 1983
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- Gas
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