
Dr. Meredith Portalatin MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
CARR. 129 KM. 8, SAN LUIS ARECIBO PR, 00613About
Dr. Meredith Portalatin is a gastroenterologist practicing in ARECIBO, PR. Dr. Portalatin 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. Portalatin performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Practice At 2500 Belle Chasse Hwy
2500 Belle Chasse Hwy -Gretna, LA 70056Get Direction
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- Miss Carol Lorenis Torres-cotto M.D.CARR 10 KM 85.7 ARECIBO PR 00613
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