
Dr. Michael Schiffman M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
24 Hospital Ave Danbury CT, 06810About
Dr. Michael Schiffman is a gastroenterologist practicing in Danbury, CT. Dr. Schiffman 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. Schiffman performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- Dr. Charles J Adelmann M.D.761 Main Ave Norwalk CT 06851
- Dr. Alan Braverman M.D.11 Grove St New Milford CT 06776
- Dr. Oren Kahn MD90 South Bedford Rd Mount Kisco NY 10549
- Dr. Alan Landau M.D.888 White Plains Rd Trumbull CT 06611
- Dr. Steven Brandwein M.D.24 Hospital Ave Danbury CT 06810
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