Michael O'Brien, MD

Gastroenterology

About Dr. O'Brien

Dr. O'Brien is a board-certified gastroenterologist. He received a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana and his medical degree from the Tulane University School fo Medicine. Dr. O'Brien has practiced in central Iowa at the Iowa Digestive Disease Center since 1995 and has a clinical interest in colon cancer screening. 

 

Common Reasons to See a Gastroenterologist 

  • Heartburn
  • Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
  • Intestinal bleeding
  • Stomach ulcers
  • Abdominal pain
  • Hepatitis & cirrhosis
  • Gallbladder disorders
  • Abnormal liver tests
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Crohn's and Celiac disease