Dr. Tom Lee Whitlock M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
191 Biltmore Ave Asheville NC, 28801Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Tom Whitlock is a gastroenterologist practicing in Asheville, NC. Dr. Whitlock 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. Whitlock performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 2004
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineClinical Trials
- An Extension Study to Evaluate Maintenance of Efficacy and Long-term Treatment Effect of Oral Budesonide Suspension (OBS) in Adults and Adolescents With Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
- A Placebo- Controlled Study in Adolescents and Adults With Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Measuring Histologic Response and Determine if Reduction in Dysphagia is Achieved
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Cirrhosis
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
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