Dr. Prashant J Parekh MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1500 N Westwood Blvd Poplar Bluff MO, 63901About
Dr. Prashant Parekh is a gastroenterologist practicing in Poplar Bluff, MO. Dr. Parekh 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. Parekh performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ Del Noreste- Esc De Med- Tampico- Tamaulipas- Mexico 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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