


Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD
Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD is a gastroenterologist in Salem, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Em has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Salem Hospital and Salem Health West Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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875 Oak St SE Ste 3010 Salem, OR 97301Make an Appointment
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Dr. Em is affiliated with Salem Hospital Salem, a highly rated hospital.
Dr. Em is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Areas of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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About Me
biography
Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD is a gastroenterologist in Salem, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Em has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine...read moreGastroenterology
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Mount Sinai Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital, 2003University Of California, Irvine
Residency Hospital, 2000University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1996Harvard
Undergraduate School, 1992
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88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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