Dr. Kenneth Richard Kohagen MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2417 Atrium Dr Suite 150 Raleigh NC, 27607About
Dr. Kenneth Kohagen is a gastroenterologist practicing in Raleigh, NC. Dr. Kohagen 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. Kohagen performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Hepatitis B
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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