Dr. Penny S Turtel MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1907 Highway 35 Suite 1 Oakhurst NJ, 07755About
Dr. Penny Turtel is a gastroenterologist practicing in Oakhurst, NJ. Dr. Turtel 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. Turtel performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Pain
- Gas
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