Gastroenterology Blog
Why 45 Is the New 50: Updates to Colonoscopy Recommendations
Previously, 50 was the magic age for a colonoscopy exam. Now, however, the CDC and GI specialists advise colon cancer testing as early as age 45.
ReadWhy Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer?
A colorectal cancer exam can help safeguard your colon and rectal health and reduce the risk of colorectal cancer before it begins or advances.
ReadBegin The New Year Focused on GI Health: Schedule Your Colonoscopy Screening
Schedule a colonoscopy to begin the new year right and take control of your GI wellness. These screenings can help protect your overall health.
ReadHow You Can Have Better Health for the Upcoming Year
Start the new year with renewed gut health. Learn how to help digestion and how optimal gastrointestinal (GI) health can enhance your wellness.
ReadFacts You Should Understand About Your Digestive Health
Most of us have heard that "we are what we eat," but did you know that gut health plays an essential role in your mental and physical wellness?
ReadDiscover Why It Is Essential to Have a Colonoscopy Exam
Healthcare experts have long heralded the significance of a colonoscopy as a diagnostic screening, especially as it relates to colon cancer.
ReadEndoscopy vs. Colonoscopy: What is the Difference Between These Exams?
Colonoscopies and endoscopies are different kinds of endoscopic exams. A digestive specialist uses them to diagnose conditions in the GI system.
ReadRaising Stomach Cancer Awareness This November
Discover the risks, causes, and symptoms of stomach cancer, and learn how a GI doctor can help you obtain treatment.
ReadReceive a Colonoscopy Before Year's End to Maximize Your Deductible
Getting a colonoscopy before your insurance deductibles reset can help you maintain your GI health and save money as an added benefit.
ReadFind Out More About FibroScan® and How It Identifies Liver Health
FibroScan is an innovative tool that allows our GI doctors to monitor the wellness and state of the liver using ultrasound technology.
ReadOctober is Liver Disease Awareness Month
Know the warning signs and symptoms of liver disease so you may help protect this essential organ and lessen your risk of future liver failure.
ReadWhen Should I Take My Child to a Pediatric GI Specialist?
Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions in children are common, making it essential to connect with a pediatric GI specialist to help your child thrive.
ReadWhat Is the Best Way to Teach Your Kid(s) Proper Digestive Habits?
GI wellness is essential for general health. When healthy eating habits are learned early in life, it can initiate a lifetime of great health.
ReadCommon Digestive Problems Among Children (Ages 0-18)
An occasional stomach ache or upset tummy can arise from pediatric GI issues like celiac disease, lactose intolerance, GERD, and more.
ReadFind Out if You are a Good Candidate for the TIF® Procedure to Treat GERD?
If you suffer ongoing acid reflux, or GERD as it is often called, the TIF procedure could be the solution you need for relief.
ReadCommon Signs and Symptoms of GERD in Children and Adults
The symptoms of GERD are often like acid reflux, but they occur more frequently, and can damage the lining of the esophagus over time.
ReadHow the Summer Heat Can Affect GI Concerns
Keep your GI health in line with tips from a digestive health expert that show you how to improve gut health and relieve GI issues.
ReadWhat Tests can be Used to Diagnose and Treat Esophageal Disorders?
Esophageal disorders be identified with various tests, such as an EGD, barium x-ray, or CT, so the ideal treatment can be planned.
Read7 of the Most Common Esophageal Conditions
Common esophageal conditions like GERD, dysphagia, and esophageal cancer can affect everybody. Knowing when to get care is crucial.
ReadWhat are Common Digestive Issues Among Women?
There are a few variations in the digestive systems of men and women. Certain GI issues, like IBS, are more common in women.
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