Dr. Kevin J Franklin M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
520 E Euclid Ave San Antonio TX, 78212About
Dr. Kevin Franklin is a gastroenterologist practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Franklin 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. Franklin performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States 1993
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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