Dr. Elias Purow M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2285 Victory Blvd Staten Island NY, 10314About
Dr. Elias Purow is a gastroenterologist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Purow 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. Purow performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny 1971
University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Gallstones
- Malnutrition
- Pain
- Stomach Flu
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