Dr. Gerard F Kenney MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
3744 State Route 257 Seneca PA, 16346About
Dr. Gerard Kenney is a gastroenterologist practicing in Seneca, PA. Dr. Kenney 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. Kenney performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa 1990
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 1990
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Hernia
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- Dr. Michael J Padalino MD3744 State Route 257 Seneca PA 16346