Dr. George H Russell MD
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
887 CONGRESS ST PORTLAND ME, 04102About
Dr. George Russell is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Waltham, MA. Dr. Russell specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma 1999
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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