
Dr. Francis Wing-kai Chan MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
800 Howard Ave Yale Physicians Bldg New Haven CT, 06519About
Dr. Francis Chan is a gastroenterologist practicing in New Haven, CT. Dr. Chan 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. Chan performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ulcers, Acid Reflux (gerd), Barrett's Esophagus And More
- Anemia
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Gas
- H. Pylori
Professional Memberships
- Member New Haven Community Medical Group (NHCMG)
Dr. Francis Wing-kai Chan MD's Practice location
Practice At 800 Howard Ave Yale Physicians Bldg
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Practice At 2200 Whitney Ave Suite 360
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Albert Rocco Marano MD60 Westwood Ave Waterbury CT 06708
- Dr. Brett Fortune M.D.333 Cedar St New Haven CT 06510
- Dr. Jon Ernstoff M.D.455 LEWIS AVE MERIDEN CT 06451
- Dr. Julie E. Spivack MD425 POST RD FAIRFIELD CT 06824
- Dr. Joel Jay Garsten M.D60 Westwood Ave Waterbury CT 06708
- Dr. Andrew Bedford M.D.2890 Main St Stratford CT 06614
Nearest Hospitals
MASONICARE HEALTH CENTERl
22 MASONIC AVE WALLINGFORD CT 6492