Dr. William Fletcher Drewry MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1340 S 18th St Suite 101 Fernandina Beach FL, 32034About
Dr. William Drewry is a gastroenterologist practicing in Fernandina Beach, FL. Dr. Drewry 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. Drewry performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1966
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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