Dr. William Leland M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
800 N Main St Tarboro NC, 27886About
Dr. William Leland is a gastroenterologist practicing in Tarboro, NC. Dr. Leland 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. Leland performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2003
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acid Reflux (gerd), Esophagus, Gastrointestinal Problems (stomach & Intestines) And More
Fellowships
- Vanderbilt University, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, TN, USA 1995
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center 1995
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