Dr. William J. Provance, DO, FACG
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
681 Goodlette Rd N Ste 130 Naples FL, 34102About
William J. Provance, DO, FACG, is a gastroenterologist who diagnoses and treats patients at Millennium Physician Group in Naples, Florida. Millennium Physician Group is one of the largest comprehensive independent physician groups with more than 500 healthcare providers located throughout Florida. Furthermore, Dr. Provance has staff memberships at several local hospitals. As a gastroenterologist, he has dedicated training and unique experience in the management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. Dr. Provance has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty-eight years. Moreover, he attained fellowship of the American College of Gastroenterology having met the standards and guidelines required of the nation’s leading gastroenterologists.
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Education and Training
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1987
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine; Gastroenterology
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Dr. William J. Provance, DO, FACG's Expert Contributions
Why would a bowel movement be green?
It typically means that the stool is passing so quickly through the small bowel that the bile secreted by the liver into the small bowel to digest fats is not getting reabsorbed before passing into the large bowel. It is yellow-green and can make the stool green. Usually occurs with diarrhea. READ MORE
Loose stools and diarrhea?
The only med which can cause diarrhea is lecothyroxine if taking too much. Your level should be checked if not done recently. Viruses don’t cause diarrhea for this long. Would typically check stool studies next. If negative, would see a gastroenterologist. READ MORE
Gastrointestinal problem?
This is not specific for one thing. I don’t know what a biliary vesicle surgery is. Perhaps it means you had you gallbladder removed. Would make sure it is not your heart first. Gallbladder problems can cause this. Also could have a large hiatal hernia with a volvulus. This means the stomach may be twisting in your chest. Would see a gastroenterologist READ MORE
Is drinking milk good for gastritis?
This typically will have a minimal effect. Meds that decrease acidity do amuch better job. Often it is caused by a bacteria which can be cleared with a combination of antibiotics READ MORE
Can drinking too much water cause gastritis?
The answer is no READ MORE
One 40mg esomeprazole magnesium dose vs. 2 20mg doses?
Difficult to answer this without knowing the results of an endoscopy. If having problems mainly at night, would take one 40mg dose 1/2 hr before supper. This will coveR him through the night. This commonly occurs in those with a hiatal hernia or just a poor pinch at the lower esophageal sphincter If he has problems day and night would take 20mg 1/2 hr before breakfast and 1/2 hr before supper. No caffeine, chocolate, carbonated beverages, or peppermint. To sleep in left side READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- American Osteopathic Association
- Florida Osteopathic Medical Association
- Florida Society of Gastroenterology
Fellowships
- Allegheny General Hospital Gastroenterology 1993
Fellowships
- Allegheny General Hospital1993Gastroenterology
Professional Society Memberships
- Florida Society of Gastroenterology American Osteopathic Association Florida Osteopathic Medical Association
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Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. William J. Provance, who serves patients in Naples, Florida.
In practice since 1993, Dr. Provance is an experienced, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Millennium Physician Group in Naples, Florida.
Millennium Physician Group is one of the largest comprehensive independent physician groups with more than 500 healthcare providers located throughout Florida. It is continuously recognized for its dedication and commitment to improving the health of patients and residents in the surrounding communities. The mission of Millennium Physician Group encompasses “Connecting the best doctors, service, and quality. Every patient, every time.”
Following the completion of his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987, Dr. Provance went on to pursue his training. He completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Allegheny General Hospital.
Licensed to practice medicine in Florida and Pennsylvania, the doctor is board-certified in gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine, a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Additionally, he is a professional member of the American College of Gastroenterology (Fellow), Florida Society of Gastroenterology, Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, and the American Osteopathic Association.
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
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