Dr. Leslie H Perla MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
5401 S Congress Ave # 211 Lake Worth FL, 33462About
Dr. Leslie Perla is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lake Worth, FL. Dr. Perla 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. Perla performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Albany Medical College - Union University 1990
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Gas
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