Dr. Frank Joseph Karpowicz MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
375 E Main St Suite 21 Bay Shore NY, 11706About
Dr. Frank Karpowicz is a gastroenterologist practicing in Bay Shore, NY. Dr. Karpowicz 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. Karpowicz performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1981
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine 1981
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Anemia
- Gastritis
- Pain
- H. Pylori
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