Dr. Pretam Ganesh Rampersaud MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
705 86th St Brooklyn NY, 11228About
Dr. Pretam Rampersaud is a gastroenterologist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Rampersaud 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. Rampersaud 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 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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