
Dr. Umaprasanna S Karnam MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1055 N 500 W Provo UT, 84604About
Dr. Umaprasanna Karnam is a gastroenterologist practicing in Provo, UT. Dr. Karnam 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. Karnam performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Stanley Medical College/University Hospital Medical
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 2018
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- Member American College of Gastroenterology
- Member American College of Physicians
- Member American Gastroenterological Association
- Member American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Member Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
Fellowships
- University of Miami - Miami, FL in Gastroenterology 1999
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