
Dr. Leo Heitlinger MD
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
153 Brodhead Rd Bethlehem PA, 18017About
Dr. Leo Heitlinger is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Bethlehem, PA. Dr. Heitlinger specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
New York Medical College 1978
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Eating Disorders
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Gastritis
- Malnutrition
- Pain
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Practice At 153 Brodhead Rd
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