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Dr. J. Michael West M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(37)
740 Prince Ave Athens GA, 30606
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. J. West is a gastroenterologist practicing in Athens, GA. Dr. West 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. West performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine 1974

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 43 years of experience

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Acid Reflux
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Indigestion
  • Pain

Dr. J. Michael West M.D.'s Practice location

Dr. J. West, MD

740 Prince Ave -
Athens, GA 30606
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New patients: 706-548-0008, 706-548-4444
Fax: 706-369-9673, 706-548-7056

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Patient Experience with Dr. West


4.0

Based on 37 reviews

Dr. J. Michael West M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 37 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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