Dr. Christopher M Gibbs MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
401 Roxbury Rd Rockford IL, 61107About
Dr. Christopher Gibbs is a gastroenterologist practicing in Rockford, IL. Dr. Gibbs 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. Gibbs performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Creighton University School of Medicine 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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