Dr. Laurie-anne C Swaby M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
130 Mason Farm Rd Bioinformatics Bldg, Chapel Hill NC, 27599About
Dr. Laurie-anne Swaby is a gastroenterologist practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Swaby 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. Swaby performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Yeshiva University 2005
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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