Dr. Octavia Evette Pickett-blakely MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
3400 Spruce Street 3 Dulles Building Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Octavia Pickett-blakely is a gastroenterologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Pickett-blakely 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. Pickett-blakely performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2006
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia
- Obesity
- Celiac Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Gastroenteritis
- Malnutrition
- Pain
- Gas
- H. Pylori
- Stomach Flu
Professional Memberships
- Member American Gastroenterology Association
- Member American Society for Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition
- Member American Society of Gastrointesinal Endoscopy , Diversity Committee 2010
- Member Certification Board of Nutrition Specialists
Fellowships
- Johns Hopkins University Hospital
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