Dr. Thomas M Swantkowski MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
205 Page Rd Pinehurst NC, 28374About
Dr. Thomas Swantkowski is a gastroenterologist practicing in Pinehurst, NC. Dr. Swantkowski 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. Swantkowski performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1978
Temple University School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1981
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAwards
- Honors Medical Graduate, Temple University School of Medicine 1978
- AOA Honor Medical Society, Temple University School of Medicine 1978
Treatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- President President Elect, North Carolina Society of Gastroenterology
- Member American Society Gastointestinal Endoscopy
- Member American Gastroenterology Association
- Fellow American College of Gastroenterology
- Fellow American College of Physicians
Fellowships
- University of North Caolina at Chapel Hill, Gastroenterology, NC, USA 1985
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