Steven E. Fern, DO

Steven Fern, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who sees patients 18 years and older. He provides comprehensive care for gastrointestinal problems and diseases of the GI tract, including irritable bowel syndrome; gastroesophageal reflux disease, including Barrett’s esophagus; inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease; and liver diseases. He performs colon cancer screening, colonoscopies, upper endoscopies and other diagnostic procedures and treatments for various gastroenterology conditions.

Dr. Fern is dedicated to staying current with the latest research because of the digestive system’s crucial role in helping a body stay healthy. To prevent people from developing colorectal cancer, he is focused on education and encouraging regular screenings. In addition, he actively listens to patients’ symptoms to offer diagnoses and treatment options that will improve their quality of life.

Originally from Massachusetts, Dr. Fern has lived in Missouri since 1988. Outside work, he enjoys running, golfing, and spending time with his family and friends.

Dr. Fern earned his medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, Maine. He completed his internship at the Metropolitan Medical Center in St. Louis and his residency in internal medicine at Deaconess Medical Center in St. Louis. He completed his fellowship in gastroenterology at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan.