Dr. Michael F Lyons MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1112 6th Ave 200 Tacoma WA, 98405About
Dr. Michael Lyons is a gastroenterologist practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States MD 1982
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Dr. Michael F Lyons MD's Expert Contributions
I think I have food poisoning?
You probably have proctitis or hemorrhoidal bleeding. You should see your physician. READ MORE
My ultrasound/endoscopy/HIDA scan all came back completely normal. What else could it be?
The differential diagnosis must include GERD, biliary dyskinesia, gastroparesis, pancreatic insufficiency, fructose malabsorption, etc. READ MORE
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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