Dr. Douglas L Brand M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
3 Technology Drive East Setauket NY, 11733About
Dr. Douglas Brand is a gastroenterologist practicing in East Setauket, NY. Dr. Brand 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. Brand performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny 1968
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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