Dr. Joseph Stephen Healy M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
3100 Wellons Blvd New Bern NC, 28562About
Dr. Joseph Healy is a gastroenterologist practicing in New Bern, NC. Dr. Healy 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. Healy performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Cirrhosis
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Pain
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