Dr. Loren C Owensby M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
601 E San Antonio St Suite 305 Victoria TX, 77901About
Dr. Loren Owensby is a gastroenterologist practicing in Victoria, TX. Dr. Owensby 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. Owensby 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 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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