
Dr. Leo Katz, MD, FACP, AGAF, FACG
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
132 S 10th St 480 Main Building Philadelphia PA, 19107About
Dr. Leo Katz is a gastroenterologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Katz 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. Katz 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 Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny 1988
State University of New York Upstate Medical University 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Cirrhosis
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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