Dr. Douglas Howell MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1200 Congress St Suite 300 Portland ME, 04102About
Dr. Douglas Howell is a gastroenterologist practicing in Portland, ME. Dr. Howell 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. Howell performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1973
Temple University School of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatitis
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Gallstones
- Pain
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