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  • Christopher D Lind, MD

    Christopher D Lind, MD

    Distance: 19.5 mi
    3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
    NASHVILLE, TN 37232
  • Charles Rush, MD

    Charles Rush, MD

    Distance: 19.5 mi
    3601 Tvc
    Nashville, TN 37232
  • Saeed Fakhruddin

    Saeed Fakhruddin

    Saeed Fakhruddin, MD
    Distance: 19.5 mi
    330 23rd Ave North
    Ste 300
    Nashville, TN 37203
  • Terrence A Smith, MD

    Terrence A Smith, MD

    Distance: 19.5 mi
    3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
    NASHVILLE, TN 37232
  • Bennett Spetalnick, MD

    Bennett Spetalnick, MD

    Distance: 19.5 mi
    3601 Tvc
    Nashville, TN 37232
  • Wallace McGrew

    Wallace McGrew

    Wallace McGrew, MD
    Distance: 19.5 mi
    2400 Patterson Street
    Suite 400
    Nashville, TN 37203
  • Max Caudill, MD 380 Points

    Max Caudill, MD

    Franklin Gut Clinic
    Distance: 19.99 mi
    100 Covey Dr Ste 105
    Franklin, TN 37067
  • Wilmot Burch Jr., MD 40 Points

    Wilmot Burch Jr., MD

    Distance: 19.99 mi
    740 Cool Springs Blvd
    Suite 210
    Franklin, TN 37067
  • Jocelyne Miller, Doctor
    300 Points

    Jocelyne Miller, Doctor

    Associates in Gastroenterology
    Distance: 20.09 mi
    1405 West Baddour Parkway
    105
    Lebanon, TN 37087
  • Alpesh Patel 100 Points

    Alpesh Patel

    Alpesh Patel, MD
    Distance: 20.09 mi
    1405 W. Baddour Pkwy
    #104
    Lebanon, TN 37087
  • Donald Cole, MD 100 Points

    Donald Cole, MD

    Middle Tennessee Gastro
    Distance: 20.09 mi
    PO Box 128
    Lebanon, TN 37088
  • 100 Points

    Tennova Digestive Health

    Distance: 20.09 mi
    1405 W. Baddour Pkwy
    #104
    Lebanon, TN 37087
  • Michael Diaz 10 Points

    Michael Diaz

    Distance: 22.95 mi
    105 Glen Oak Blvd Ste 200
    Hendersonville, TN 37075

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.


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