Dr. Feras Tawfiq Al-issa MD
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
200 Lothrop St Forbes Tower Suite 9 Pittsburgh PA, 15213About
Dr. Feras Al-issa is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Al-issa specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
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