Dr. Donald C. Gerhardt MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
210 Portland St Suite 100 Columbia MO, 65201About
Dr. Donald Gerhardt is a gastroenterologist practicing in Columbia, MO. Dr. Gerhardt 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. Gerhardt performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1972
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 1972
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Cancer
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
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