Dr. Alan C Smith MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
820 N Chelan Ave Wenatchee WA, 98801About
Dr. Alan Smith is a gastroenterologist practicing in Wenatchee, WA. Dr. Smith 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. Smith performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology- 1986
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Fellowships
- Gastroenterology, Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts 1983
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