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  • Geetanjali A Akerkar, MD

    Geetanjali A Akerkar, MD

    Distance: 24.54 mi
    33 BARTLETT ST STE 505
    LOWELL, MA 01852
  • Daniel F Beluk, MD

    Daniel F Beluk, MD

    Distance: 24.54 mi
    33 BARTLETT ST STE 204
    LOWELL, MA 01852
  • Rashmi V Patwardhan, MD

    Rashmi V Patwardhan, MD

    Distance: 24.75 mi
    201 HIGHLAND ST
    CLINTON, MA 01510
  • Karen K Patalano, RD

    Karen K Patalano, RD

    Distance: 25.17 mi
    567 CENTRAL ST
    BOYLSTON, MA 01505
  • Michael Aaronson 10 Points

    Michael Aaronson

    Distance: 25.38 mi
    140 Commonwealth Ave Ste 109
    Danvers, MA 01923
  • Lawrence Hessman, MD 100 Points

    Lawrence Hessman, MD

    Distance: 25.72 mi
    10 Research Pl Ste 203
    North Chelmsford, MA 01863
  • Michael Demarkles, MD 130 Points

    Michael Demarkles, MD

    Center For Digestive Health
    Distance: 26.16 mi
    77 Herrick St Ste 101
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Gary Lopes, MD 110 Points

    Gary Lopes, MD

    Medical Group Inc
    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Ctr Ste 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Gordon Elmeer, MD 100 Points

    Gordon Elmeer, MD

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    PO Box 490
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Harry Elvanides, MD 100 Points

    Harry Elvanides, MD

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    85 Herrick Street
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Kenneth Shieh 50 Points

    Kenneth Shieh

    North Shore GI
    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Center
    Suite 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Timothy Smith, MD 50 Points

    Timothy Smith, MD

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Center
    Suite 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Lawrence Murphy, MD

    Lawrence Murphy, MD

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Center
    Suite 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915

  • North Shore GI

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Center
    Suite 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Kevin Ollington, MD

    Kevin Ollington, MD

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Center
    Suite 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Ronald Ste. Marie, MD

    Ronald Ste. Marie, MD

    Distance: 26.16 mi
    100 Cummings Center
    Suite 107C
    Beverly, MA 01915
  • Prakash Rau, MD 100 Points

    Prakash Rau, MD

    Highland Medical Ctr
    Distance: 26.16 mi
    243 Church St
    Pembroke, MA 02359
  • Michael Older, MD
    480 Points

    Michael Older, MD

    SMG Nashoba Multispecialty Office, Suite 110
    Distance: 26.44 mi
    190 Groton Rd
    Ayer, MA 01432
  • Richard Schwartz, MD 110 Points

    Richard Schwartz, MD

    Middlesex Gastroenterology
    Distance: 26.44 mi
    190 Groton Rd
    Ayer, MA 01432
  • Richard P Schwartz, MD 30 Points

    Richard P Schwartz, MD

    Distance: 26.44 mi
    190 GROTON RD STE 200
    AYER, MA 01432
  • Sonal M Ullman, MD 10 Points

    Sonal M Ullman, MD

    Distance: 26.44 mi
    190 GROTON RD STE 190
    AYER, MA 01432
  • Raj Devarajan, MD

    Raj Devarajan, MD

    Distance: 26.44 mi
    190 GROTON RD STE 190
    AYER, MA 01432
  • Michael T Foley, MD

    Michael T Foley, MD

    Distance: 26.44 mi
    200 GROTON RD
    AYER, MA 01432
  • Gail M Herzig, MD

    Gail M Herzig, MD

    Distance: 26.44 mi
    190 GROTON RD STE 190
    AYER, MA 01432

Gastroenterologist Info

Gastroenterologist Summary:
A Gastroenterologist is a physician of internal medicine who specializes in diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases of the digestive system. A gastroenterologist is concerned with the normal function of the digestive system; making sure that it is working properly to dispose of bodily waste. Gastroenterologists are trained in performing tests (biopsies, x-rays) and interpreting the results.

Gastroenterologist FAQs:
What is a

Gastroenterologist

?
A Gastroenterologist is a doctor that specializes in diseases of the digestive tract.

What does a Gastroenterologist treat?
A Gastroenterologist treats conditions of the digestive tract, including cancer, hemorrhoids, hepatitis, polyps and ulcers.

When should I seek help from a Gastroenterologist?
If you have any of these symptoms you should see a Gastroenterologist: Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea or vomiting.

What procedures does a Gastroenterologist perform?
A Gastroenterologist can perform colon screenings, intestinal dilation and polypectomies.

Where does a Gastroenterologist work?
A Gastroenterologist can work in a clinic, hospital or private practice.

What are an endoscopy and a colonoscopy?
Both of these procedures involve inserting a flexible tube with a light and camera on the end into the body. It is used to see if there is any evidence of disease or damage in the digestive tract. Endoscopy involves inserting the tube into the mouth and down the esophagus. A colonoscopy involves inserting the tube into the anus to examine the intestines. In many cased, a biopsy is taken and tests are performed on the removed tissue.

What are common ailments of the digestive system?
Some of the most common ailments include Crohn's disease, gastric ulcer, hemorrhoids, polyps, cancer, colitis, gallstones, heartburn and intestinal obstructions.

What are some symptoms of colon and rectal cancer?
Some of the most alarming symptoms are blood in the stools, unexplained abdominal pain, anemia and unexplained weight loss.

How do I find a Gastroenterologist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Gastroenterologist in your state. Select Gastroenterologist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Gastroenterologist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a Gastroenterologist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Gastroenterologists in your city and state.

Gastroenterologist Related Terms:
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