
Dr. David M. Wolfson, MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
801 Avenue N Brooklyn NY, 11230About
Dr. David Wolfson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Wolfson 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. Wolfson performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Harvard Medical School 1976
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- American Gastroenterological Association
- American College of Physicians (Fellow)
- American College of Gastroenterology
Internships
- Mount Sinai Medical Center
Fellowships
- Mount Sinai Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Physicians, American College of Gastroenterology
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Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. David M. Wolfson, who serves patients in Brooklyn, New York.
Recognized as one of America’s Top Gastroenterologists, Dr. Wolfson prides himself on his commitment to delivering high-quality medical care and exceptional services. He sees patients at his private practice – David M Wolfson MD, PC – in Brooklyn, New York.
Practicing since 1981, he and his well-trained and experienced team offer quality treatments for all conditions, including colon and rectal; liver and gallbladder; upper and lower GI screenings; and heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD. Some of the reliable medical and diagnostic services that they provide include endoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, and sigmoidoscopy, and in-office endoscopy and sonograms. Above all, they strive to ensure that patients are comfortable and well treated, providing them with nothing less than exceptional medical services.
The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began after he earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1976. He then went on to complete his internship, residency in internal medicine, and fellowship in gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Medical Center.
Following his training, he attained board certification in both gastroenterology and internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
With an impressive 40+ year professional journey, Dr. Wolfson specializes in all aspects of diseases of the digestive system, as well as endoscopy, colon cancer screening, liver disease, and inflammatory bowel diseases. Prestigious professional societies and associations of which he is a member of include the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Physicians (Fellow), and the American College of Gastroenterology.
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
On a more personal note, Dr. Wolfson speaks English, Russian, Spanish, and Hebrew.
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