Overview
William Fortson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fort Benning, Georgia.
Dr. Fortson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- EPO
- HMO
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Locations
6600 Van Aalst Blvd Bldg 9250, Fort Benning, GA 31905
Piedmont Physicians Gastroenterology Columbus
Michael Steinbook, M.D., has over 37 years of experience. He is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He completed his medical degree at the University of Louisville and completed his residency at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Hospital Center while he served in the U.S. Army from 1981-1989.Dr. Steinbook, a retired veteran, is from the Bronx, New York and was in private practice in Columbus for over 20 years prior to joining Piedmont Physicians. Dr. Steinbook is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Steinbook is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Steinbook is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William C. Fortson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. William C. Fortson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. William C. Fortson by calling their office at 762-408-3385. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. William C. Fortson a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William C. Fortson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), 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. William C. Fortson specialize in?
While Dr. William C. Fortson is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, and Viral Gastroenteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. William C. Fortson accept my insurance?
Dr. William C. Fortson accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 762-408-3385 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Fortson isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Advanced
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Fortson isAdvanced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- ColitisDr. Fortson isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Fortson isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Fortson isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Fortson isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Fortson isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cyclic Vomiting SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome.
- DiarrheaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- GastritisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis BDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis B.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- HiccupsDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- IndigestionDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Morning SicknessDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Small Bowel Bacterial OvergrowthDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth.
- Stomach CancerDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.