Dr. Christopher P. Cheney MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
208 Mill Road Fairhaven MA, 02719About
Dr. Christopher Cheney is a gastroenterologist practicing in New Bedford, MA. Dr. Cheney 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. Cheney performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Uniformed Services Univ Of The Hlth Sci- Bethesda Md 1986
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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