Dr. Donald Franklin Mackler MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
721 Glenwood Dr Suite W552 Chattanooga TN, 37404About
Dr. Donald Mackler is a gastroenterologist practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Mackler 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. Mackler performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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- Dr. Colleen M Schmitt MD2200 E 3RD ST STE 200 CHATTANOOGA TN 37404
- Dr. Donald P Hetzel M.D.2515 Desales Ave Chattanooga TN 37404
- Mr. Richard A Krause MD2341 Mccallie Avenue Chattanooga TN 37404
- Dr. David Newton Collins MD725 Glenwood Dr Chattanooga TN 37404
- Dr. Gregory D. Olds M.D.2200 E 3RD ST STE 200 CHATTANOOGA TN 37404