Dr. Oscar Lebwohl M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
161 Fort Washington Ave Suite 420 New York NY, 10032About
Dr. Oscar Lebwohl is a gastroenterologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Lebwohl 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. Lebwohl performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1972
Harvard Medical School 1972
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1975
Provider Details
Awards
- New York Super Doctors 2009-2012
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Hiatal Hernia
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
Fellowships
- Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, NY
- Mount Sinai Hospital
Experience & Accolades
- Clinical Director Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Columbia University Medical Center
- Vice Chairman Development, Department of Medicine, Columbia University Medical Center
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