Dr. Douglas Jacobstein M.D.
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 407 Morton Mower Baltimore MD, 21215About
Dr. Douglas Jacobstein is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Jacobstein 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
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 1999
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1999
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
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