Gastroenterology

Conditions Managed by a Gastroenterologist

A gastroenterologist is specially trained to diagnose and manage diseases of the digestive tract, from the esophagus to the large intestine.

Some conditions that a gastroenterologist may treat include:

• Colon cancer prevention 
• Celiac disease
• Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis)
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Gallbladder disease
• Heartburn (gastroesophageal reflux)
• Liver disease 
• Pancreatitis
• Polyps
• Ulcers