Dr. Timothy P. Pfanner M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2401 S 31st St Temple TX, 76508About
Dr. Timothy Pfanner is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lewisville, TX. Dr. Pfanner 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. Pfanner performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx 1985
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAwards
- 2011-2012 Best Doctors Award
- 2012 Texas Monthly SuperDoc, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009
- 2009-2010 Texas Super Doctors
Treatments
- Anemia
- Crohn's Disease
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Cirrhosis
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Physicians
- Member American College of Gastroenterology
- Member Christian Medical Society
- Member American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
- Member Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
- Member Reserve Officers Association
- Volunteer Volunteer, Martha's Clinic
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