Dr. Douglas H. Howerton, MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
400 Gresham Dr Suite 303 Norfolk VA, 23507About
Dr. Douglas Howerton is a gastroenterologist practicing in Norfolk, VA. Dr. Howerton 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. Howerton performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Wv Univ Sch of Med, Morgantown Wv 1987
West Virginia University School of Medicine 1987
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Pancreatitis
- Anemia
- Crohn's Disease
- Esophageal Cancer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Jaundice
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CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320Get Direction
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