Dr. Leong Hean Tan MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
121 Shelley Dr Suite 1d Hackettstown NJ, 07840About
Dr. Leong Tan is a gastroenterologist practicing in Hackettstown, NJ. Dr. Tan 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. Tan performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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Coll Of Med Natl Taiwan Univ- Taipei- Taiwan (- Eff /) 1967
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