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Dr. Peter E Krims M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Peter E Krims M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(25)
45b Discovery Way Acton MA, 01720
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Peter Krims is a gastroenterologist practicing in Acton, MA. Dr. Krims 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. Krims performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1982

Boston University School of Medicine 1982

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Awards

  •  1989 Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 

Treatments

  • Crohn's Disease
  • Acid Reflux
  • Gastroenteritis
  • Pain

Dr. Peter E Krims M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 45b Discovery Way

45b Discovery Way -
Acton, MA 01720
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New patients: 978-369-4999, 978-429-2010
Fax: 978-264-1936, 978-369-2935

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Patient Experience with Dr. Krims


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Dr. Peter E Krims M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 25 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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