Dr. Michael J. Albertson, MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1250 La Venta Dr Suite 211 Westlake Village CA, 91361About
Dr. Michael Albertson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Burbank, CA. Dr. Albertson 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. Albertson performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1975
Provider Details
Awards
- 2010-2011 Southern California Super Doctors
- 2009 Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Treatments
- General Care
Fellowships
- Gastroenterology, LAC + USC Medical Center 1975
- U/S CA LAC & USC Med Ctr Prog, Los Angeles, CA,, Gastroenterology 1974
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