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  • Franco A Gallo, MD 10 Points

    Franco A Gallo, MD

    Distance: 21.35 mi
    931 HALLOCK AVE
    PORT JEFFERSON, NY 11777
  • Rolando C Guevarra, MD

    Rolando C Guevarra, MD

    Distance: 21.35 mi
    200 BELLE TERRE RD
    PORT JEFFERSON, NY 11777
  • Arain M Nawaz, MD

    Arain M Nawaz, MD

    Distance: 21.35 mi
    620 BELLE TERRE RD STE 1
    PORT JEFFERSON, NY 11777
  • Anupama Chawla 250 Points

    Anupama Chawla

    Stony Brook Internists PC
    Distance: 23.23 mi
    4 Technology Drive
    East Setauket, NY 11733
  • Chris Lascarides 150 Points

    Chris Lascarides

    Stony Brook Internists PC
    Distance: 23.23 mi
    3 Technology Drive
    Suite 300
    East Setauket, NY 11733
  • Ramona Rajapakse 150 Points

    Ramona Rajapakse

    Stony Brook Internists PC
    Distance: 23.23 mi
    3 Technology Drive
    Suite 300
    East Setauket, NY 11733
  • 100 Points

    Syed Z Hussain, MD

    Distance: 23.23 mi
    7 S Jersey Ave #1
    East Setauket, NY 11733
  • Girija S Ayyala, RD

    Girija S Ayyala, RD

    Distance: 23.23 mi
    100 N COUNTRY RD
    EAST SETAUKET, NY 11733
  • Stony Brook Children's Services

    Distance: 23.23 mi
    3 Technology Drive
    East Setauket, NY 11733
  • Annemarie Ng, RD

    Annemarie Ng, RD

    Distance: 23.85 mi
    100 S JERSEY AVE STE 14
    SETAUKET, NY 11733
  • Peter S Herz, MD

    Peter S Herz, MD

    Distance: 24.55 mi
    360 HAWKINS AVE
    RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
  • Michael Rosenfeld, MD

    Michael Rosenfeld, MD

    Distance: 25.15 mi
    640 HAWKINS AVE
    LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
  • Hernan Silva, MD 100 Points

    Hernan Silva, MD

    Distance: 27.03 mi
    310 Main St
    East Haven, CT 06512
  • Gregory Soloway, MD 130 Points

    Gregory Soloway, MD

    Gastroenterology Associates
    Distance: 30.72 mi
    2890 Main St, Gastroenterlogy Assoc
    Stratford, CT 06614
  • Howard Taubin, MD 100 Points

    Howard Taubin, MD

    Gastroenterology Associates
    Distance: 30.72 mi
    2890 Main St, Gastroenterology Assoc
    Stratford, CT 06614

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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