Taxonomy Code 207RI0008X

The directory of Internal Medicine Physicians (Hepatology) in Coronado, California was last updated 1/9/2024

Internal Medicine Physicians (Hepatology)
Taxonomy Code 207RI0008X

Classification: Internal Medicine

Description

The discipline of Hepatology encompasses the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine considers Hepatology part of the subspecialty of gastroenterology. Physicians who identify themselves as Hepatologists usually, but not always, have been trained in gastrointestinal programs.

Notes

Training Programs, and/or Fellowships, Preceptorships: The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) is the major professional society organized for physicians with an interest in Hepatology. A subcommittee of that organization has published guidelines for training programs in the 1992 November issue of Hepatology. Source: The American Board of Internal Medicine 9/1993

ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements:
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