• What is a Gastroenterologist?

A Gastroenterologist is a physician with dedicated training management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.

• What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver. It involves a detailed understanding of the normal action (physiology) of the gastrointestinal organs including the movement of material through the stomach and intestine (motility), the digestion and absorption of nutrients into the body, removal of waste from the system, and the function of the liver as a digestive organ. It includes common and important conditions such as colon polyps and cancer, hepatitis, gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn), peptic ulcer disease, colitis, gallbladder and biliary tract disease, nutritional problems, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pancreatitis. In essence, all normal activity and disease of the digestive organs is part of the study of Gastroenterology.

• Conditions Managed by Gastroenterologists

The most common conditions, diseases, and disorders diagnosed and treated by gastroenterologists include the following:
1. Cancer (Gastrointestinal, Liver, Pancreatic, Colorectal)
2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
3. Celiac Disease
4. Inflammatory Bowel Disease
5. Gallbladder Disease
6. GERD (Heartburn, Acid Reflux)
7. Hemorrhoids (Swollen Veins in the Lowest Part of the Rectum and Anus)
8. Polyps (Abnormal Tissue Growths)
9. Ulcers (Painful Sores in the Stomach Lining)
10. Pancreatitis
There are some frequently occurring signs and symptoms that may warrant a visit to your gastroenterologist, who can then diagnose and treat any one of the myriad disorders related to your symptoms. Here are six signs you should consider scheduling a consultation with your gastroenterologist:
1. Abnormal Bowel Movements
2. Rectal Bleeding
3. Frequent Heartburn
4. You're of Age to be Regularly Screened for Colorectal Cancer (50+ Years)
5. Abdominal Pain and Bloating
6. Esophageal Pain or Difficulty Swallowing (Dysphagia)