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Dr. William A Whitfield M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

3/5(8)
496 Lynnfield St Suite 107 Lynn MA, 01904
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3/5

About

Dr. William Whitfield is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lynn, MA. Dr. Whitfield 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. Whitfield performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry 1965

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 52 years of experience

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Hepatitis
  • Acid Reflux
  • Diarrhea
  • Gastritis
  • Pain

Dr. William A Whitfield M.D.'s Practice location

William Whitfield, Md

496 Lynnfield St Suite 107 -
Lynn, MA 01904
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New patients: 781-593-3400

Dr. William A Whitfield M.D.'s reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Whitfield


3.0

Based on 8 reviews

Dr. William A Whitfield M.D. has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 8 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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NORTH SHORE MEDICAL CENTERl

81 HIGHLAND AVENUE SALEM MA 1970

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