
Dr. Eric J Heinzelmann MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
131 Summerplace Dr West Columbia SC, 29169About
Dr. Eric Heinzelmann is a gastroenterologist practicing in West Columbia, SC. Dr. Heinzelmann 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. Heinzelmann performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al 1987
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Steedman A. Sarbah M.D.6439 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia SC 29209
- Dr. John W Schaberg MD131 Summerplace Dr West Columbia SC 29169
- Dr. Rajinder Parmar MD1070 WILDWOOD CENTRE DR COLUMBIA SC 29229
- Dr. Edward E Kimbrough MD2739 LAUREL ST STE 1A COLUMBIA SC 29204
- Dr. Jorge L. Galan DO2739 LAUREL ST STE 1A COLUMBIA SC 29204
- Dr. Burnett William Gallman M.D.4100 Main St Columbia SC 29203
Nearest Hospitals
PALMETTO HEALTH BAPTISTl
TAYLOR AT MARION ST COLUMBIA SC 29220PALMETTO HEALTH RICHLANDl
5 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK COLUMBIA SC 29203