Dr. Heather J. Gerst
Overview
Heather Gerst, DO, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at UPMC Williamsport Digestive Disease Center, UPMC Specialty Care Gastroenterology, and UPMC Outpatient Center in Lock Haven and is affiliated with UPMC Williamsport and UPMC Muncy. Dr. Gerst received her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency and fellowship at Geisinger Medical Center.
Her top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing.
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Locations
1 Outlet Lane, Suite 400, Lock Haven, PA 17745
700 High Street, Floor 2, Williamsport, PA 17701
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Gerst has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology
Dr. Diehl is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and innovative advanced therapeutic endoscopy. Dr. Diehl obtained his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and his fellowships in gastroenterology at the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center and the University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center. Dr. Diehl is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In his free time, Dr. Diehl enjoys spending time with his family and exercising, particularly swimming. He also has an appreciation for old cars. Dr. Diehl is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gallbladder Disease, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.
Geisinger Medical Center - GI Nutrition
Dr. Still is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in nutrition and weight management. His clinical and research interests include malnutrition and comprehensive weight management. Dr. Still obtained his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency and a fellowship in clinical nutrition at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Still is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.|Are weight loss medications right for you? Learn more from Dr. Still. Dr. Still is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Malnutrition, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastric Bypass, and Vagotomy.
UPMC Susquehanna Health, Digestive Disease Center
Richard Kenney, DO, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Somerset and the Digestive Disease Center at UPMC Williamsport. Dr. Kenney received his medical degree from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital, followed by a fellowship at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. Dr. Kenney is highly rated in 62 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Heather J. Gerst
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Heather J. Gerst?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Heather J. Gerst by calling their office at 272-289-6613. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Heather J. Gerst a top-rated expert for Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Heather J. Gerst is classified as an Experienced expert for Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Heather J. Gerst specialize in?
While Dr. Heather J. Gerst is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Heather J. Gerst accept my insurance?
Dr. Heather J. Gerst accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 272-289-6613 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Gerst isExperienced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Gerst isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- CirrhosisDr. Gerst isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Gerst isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Gerst isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Gerst isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.