Dr. Glenn D. Hedgpeth MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
207 Highland Park Plz Covington LA, 70433About
Dr. Glenn Hedgpeth is a gastroenterologist practicing in Covington, LA. Dr. Hedgpeth 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. Hedgpeth performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1976
Tulane University School of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Heart Disease
- Back Pain
- Pain
- Opiate Dependence
- Goiter
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