
Dr. Merritt Jonathan Bern MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1906 Braeburn Dr Valley Gastroenterol Salem VA, 24153About
Dr. Merritt Bern is a gastroenterologist practicing in Salem, VA. Dr. Bern 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. Bern performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology- 1987
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Acid Reflux (gerd), Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Ulcers
Dr. Merritt Jonathan Bern MD's Practice location
Practice At 1906 Braeburn Dr Valley Gastroenterology Of Sw Va
1906 Braeburn Dr Valley Gastroenterol -Salem, VA 24153Get Direction
Dr. Merritt Jonathan Bern MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Bern
Recommended Articles
- Everything About Oral Thrush
What is oral thrush? How does oral thrush develop? What are the risk factors of developing oral thrush? What are the signs and symptoms of oral thrush? Is there treatment for oral thrush? And if it is there, what is it? These are just but some of the questions you may be asking yourself and are yet...
- E. Coli Infection Symptoms: Cramps, Fatigue, Nausea, and More
What is E. Coli?E. coli is a bacterium that normally dwells in the intestines of both animals and humans. However, there are certain types of E. coli, specially E. coli 0157:H7, that are known to cause intestinal infection, which would lead to cramps, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea. E. coli is also...
- What Does the Gallbladder Do?
What is a gallbladder?The gallbladder is a hollow and pear-shaped structure situated under the liver and on the right side of the abdomen. Its primary function is to store and concentrate bile, which is a yellow-brown colored digestive enzyme produced by the liver. The gallbladder belongs to the...
- Foods to Avoid at All Costs With IBD
If you suffer from an inflammatory bowel disease, such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis (UC), you are certainly aware of the issues that can arise from certain foods and beverages. Not only do these conditions trigger inflammation in the digestive system and uncomfortable symptoms, but...
- Balancing Mental Health and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
There are several misunderstandings about the relationship between mental health and inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. For instance, individuals who know very little about the diseases believe that emotions, such as tension and nervousness, can actually...
- Celiac Disease and Rice: Is It Gluten-Free?
The only way to keep the symptoms of celiac disease in check is to avoid any and all exposure to gluten. For those suffering from this disease, even skin exposure with the protein can be enough to trigger a violent immune response that may cause symptoms. If consumed, gluten can trigger an internal...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Vikas N. Chitnavis MD1906 BRAEBURN DR. SALEM VA 24153
- M. Jonathan Bern3 Riverside Circle Roanoke Virginia 24016
- Dr. Mohammad H Shakhatreh M.D.3 RIVERSIDE CIR ROANOKE VA 24016
- Dr. Brian J Vanderlinden MD1802 BRAEBURN DR SALEM VA 24153
- Dr. Douglas W Kirtley MD1970 ROANOKE BLVD SALEM VA 24153
- Dr. Dennis Barry Weiserbs MD202 Duke Of Glouchester St Roanoke VA 24014
Nearest Hospitals
LEWISGALE MEDICAL CENTERl
1900 ELECTRIC ROAD SALEM VA 24153CARILION ROANOKE MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
1906 BELLEVIEW AVENUE, SE ROANOKE VA 24014CARILION FRANKLIN MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
180 FLOYD AVENUE ROCKY MOUNT VA 24151CARILION ROANOKE MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
1906 BELLEVIEW AVENUE, SE ROANOKE VA 24014LEWISGALE MEDICAL CENTERl
1900 ELECTRIC ROAD SALEM VA 24153CARILION FRANKLIN MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
180 FLOYD AVENUE ROCKY MOUNT VA 24151