Dr. Raj Devarajan MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
45b Discovery Way Acton MA, 01720About
Dr. Raj Devarajan is a gastroenterologist practicing in Acton, MA. Dr. Devarajan 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. Devarajan performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med Univ, Madras, Tn, India 1984
University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India
Butler University in Indianapolis
Madras Medical College 1984
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Cancer
- Gastritis
- Pain
Fellowships
- Children's Hospital, Boston, Fellow:Child Psychiatry 1988
- Faulkner/St Elizabeth's, Fellow:Gastroenterology 1992
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