Dr. William Essilfie MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1141 W Redondo Bch Blvd 307 Gardena CA, 90247About
Dr. William Essilfie is a gastroenterologist practicing in Gardena, CA. Dr. Essilfie 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. Essilfie performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Ghana, Med Sch, Accra, Ghana 1982
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry 1982
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Cancer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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