
Dr. Benjamin N Smith M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1153 Centre St Faulkner Hospital Jamaica Plain MA, 02130About
Dr. Benjamin Smith is a gastroenterologist practicing in Jamaica Plain, MA. Dr. Smith 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. Smith performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University 1987
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colon Polyps
Dr. Benjamin N Smith M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1153 Centre St Faulkner Hospital
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