Dr. Leonard S. Leichus M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2457 Care Dr Suite D 100 Tallahassee FL, 32308About
Dr. Leonard Leichus is a gastroenterologist practicing in Tallahassee, FL. Dr. Leichus 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. Leichus performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1990
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Malnutrition
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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