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Janese Laster, MD, Gastroenterology, Bangor, ME

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Gastroenterology Bangor, ME

Nutrition, Bariatric Medicine

Physician

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  • Office

    417 State St
    Ste 121
    Bangor, ME 04401
    Phone+1 207-973-4266

Summary

  • Dr. Janese Laster is a gastroenterologist in Washington, DC and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and George Washington University Hospital. She received her medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and has been in practice 5 years. She specializes in nutrition and bariatric medicine.

Education & Training

  • Nestle Nutrition Clinical Nutrition Fellowship
    Nestle Nutrition Clinical Nutrition FellowshipFellowship, Nutrition , 2018 - 2019
  • MedStar Health/Georgetown University Hospital
    MedStar Health/Georgetown University HospitalFellowship, Gastroenterology, 2015 - 2018
  • MedStar Health/Georgetown University Hospital
    MedStar Health/Georgetown University HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine, 2012 - 2015
  • University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
    University of Texas Medical Branch School of MedicineClass of 2012

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2018 - 2026
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 2022 - 2026
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2018 - 2026
  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 2014 - 2026
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2021 - 2025
  • GA State Medical License
    GA State Medical License 2021 - 2025
  • ME State Medical License
    ME State Medical License 2019 - 2025
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology
  • American Board of Obesity Medicine Obesity Medicine
  • American Board of Medical Specialties Physician Nutrition Specialist
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Multiple health benefits and minimal risks associated with vegetarian diets  
    Rocha JP, Laster J, Bhavyata P, Shah NU, Current Nutrition Reports, 11/8/2019
  • Protein Supplementation in Sport: Source, Timing, and Intended Benefit  
    Huecker M, Sarav M, Pearlman M, Laster J, Current Nutrition Reports, 11/11/2019

Authored Content

  • Tu1902 EFFICACY OF EMPIRIC URSODIOL FOR THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC ABDOMINAL PAIN IN ROUX-EN-Y GASTRIC BYPASS PATIENTSMay 2018
  • Tu1902 EFFICACY OF EMPIRIC URSODIOL FOR THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC ABDOMINAL PAIN IN ROUX-EN-Y GASTRIC BYPASS PATIENTSMay 2018
  • ACG Case Reports JournalOctober 2014

Press Mentions

  • Better Than Ozempic? Doctors Say These Medications Are Better for Weight Loss Than the Popular Semaglutide
    Better Than Ozempic? Doctors Say These Medications Are Better for Weight Loss Than the Popular SemaglutideJune 14th, 2024
  • The Most Ethical, Science-Based Viewpoint on Balloons, Stents, or Bypass Surgery
    The Most Ethical, Science-Based Viewpoint on Balloons, Stents, or Bypass SurgeryMay 28th, 2023
  • At What Point Should Someone Consider Weight Loss Surgery?
    At What Point Should Someone Consider Weight Loss Surgery?April 28th, 2023
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