Dr. James A Pilla D.O.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
725 Cherrington Pkwy Suite 100 Coraopolis PA, 15108About
Dr. James Pilla is a gastroenterologist practicing in Coraopolis, PA. Dr. Pilla 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. Pilla performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1994
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1994
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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