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Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 50
Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD
5.0 (48 Ratings)

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Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA.
Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD
5.0 (48 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 50
Shreveport, LA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA.
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Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA and has 24 years experience. They graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS. They currently practice at Willis Knighton Pinnacle Gastroenterology and are affiliated with Willis Knighton Bossier Health Center, Willis Knighton North, Willis-Knighton South & The Center For Women's Health and WK Pierremont Health Center. Dr. Palmer has experience treating conditions like Constipation, Gastritis and Dysphagia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Palmer received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 48 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Palmer is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Locations

  1. 1 Pinnacle Gastroenterology
    2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 350, Shreveport, LA 71103
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Constipation
Gastritis
Dysphagia
Constipation
Gastritis
Dysphagia
Abdominal Pain
Chronic Gastritis
Diarrhea
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Esophageal Motility Disorders
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophagitis
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Reflux Esophagitis
Duodenal Polypectomy
Acute Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Peptic Ulcer
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Duodenal Cancer
Dysentery
Enteritis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Pancreatitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Spleen Cyst
Stomal Ulcer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Visceroptosis
Vitamin B Complex Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Gastroenterology Procedures
Impedance Testing
Liver Biopsy
Non-Surgical Treatment of Hemorrhoids
Upper GI Series
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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5.0
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Oct 05, 2024
Dr Palmer is very thorough and personable. He explains every procedure and process so you will understand what exactly what will be going on! I highly recommend Dr Palmer. And the staff is great! Very friendly and professional!
Gerald Hall — Oct 05, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA and has over 23 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS in 2000. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
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Gastroenterology
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Palmer's profile.

Dr. Palmer frequently treats the following conditions: Constipation, Gastritis and Dysphagia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD is affiliated with Willis Knighton Bossier Health Center, Willis Knighton North, Willis-Knighton South & The Center For Women's Health and WK Pierremont Health Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Palmer, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Dr. Palmer has over 24 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Willis Knighton Bossier Health Center

    2400 Hospital Dr, Bossier City, LA

  • Willis Knighton North

    2600 Greenwood Rd, Shreveport, LA

  • Willis-Knighton South & The Center For Women's Health

    2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA

  • WK Pierremont Health Center

    8001 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA

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