Dr. Sonya Sheron Ventour MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2280 Grand Ave Suite 303 Baldwin NY, 11510About
Dr. Sonya Ventour is a gastroenterologist practicing in Baldwin, NY. Dr. Ventour 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. Ventour performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1987
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine 1987
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Acid Reflux
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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