Dr. Alan J. Karp M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
125 W Hague Rd Suite 590 El Paso TX, 79902About
Dr. Alan Karp is a gastroenterologist practicing in El Paso, TX. Dr. Karp 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. Karp performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1981
Provider Details
Awards
- 2010-2011 Texas Super Doctors
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Colon Cancer
- Cirrhosis
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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