Dr. Benjamin D. Schmid M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
7905 Calumet Ave Hammond Clinic Llc Munster IN, 46321About
Dr. Benjamin Schmid is a gastroenterologist practicing in Munster, IN. Dr. Schmid 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. Schmid performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1976
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Crohn's Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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