Dr. Joel Asher Baum MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
11203 Queens Blvd Suite 204 Forest Hills NY, 11375About
Dr. Joel Baum is a gastroenterologist practicing in Forest Hills, NY. Dr. Baum 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. Baum performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1984
Wayne State 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
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Hernia
- Stomach Flu
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