Dr. Burton A Scherl M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1555 Center Ave Fort Lee NJ, 07024About
Dr. Burton Scherl is a gastroenterologist practicing in Fort Lee, NJ. Dr. Scherl 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. Scherl performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny 1962
Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions 1962
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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