Dr. Desalegn Yacob M.D.
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
555 S 18th St Columbus OH, 43205About
Dr. Desalegn Yacob is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Columbus, OH. Dr. Yacob specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
University of Virginia School of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Malnutrition
- Pain
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