Dr. Mark Gerich M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
12631 E 17th Ave Ms B158 Aurora CO, 80045About
Dr. Mark Gerich is a gastroenterologist practicing in Aurora, CO. Dr. Gerich 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. Gerich performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2007
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ulcerative Colitis
Professional Memberships
- Board Member American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
- Board Member Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA)
- Board Member American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
- Board Member American College of Physicians (ACP)
- Member American Medical Association (AMA) -
Fellowships
- University of Colorado, Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology 2011
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases 2012
- University of Colorado 2011
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program 2012
Experience & Accolades
- Assistant Professor 2012Medicine, School of Medicine, Medicine, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
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