Digestive Disorders Center
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How is a digestive disorder diagnosed? |
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Gastroenterology
Each year, millions of Americans are diagnosed with digestive disorders, ranging from the occasional upset stomach to the more life-threatening colorectal cancer. They encompass disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Reaching a diagnosis requires a thorough and accurate medical history and physical examination. You may need to undergo more diagnostic evaluations, including lab tests, endoscopic procedures, and imaging techniques. |
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Bronchoscopy
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy |
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Colonoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy |
Our gastroenterologists perform diagnostic procedures and provide treatment for conditions involving the intestine and related structures such as the esophagus, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Most procedures involve the use of the endoscope which is attached to a Fiberoptic Light Source.
Digestive Disorders
There are many digestive disorders that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.