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  • William Shaver, MD 180 Points

    William Shaver, MD

    3702 21st St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Kelly Kensing, MD 120 Points

    Kelly Kensing, MD

    3610 24th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Steven Block, MD 110 Points

    Steven Block, MD

    Lubbock Digestive Disease
    3610 24th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Kumara-Pillai Narendran, MD 110 Points

    Kumara-Pillai Narendran, MD

    3712 22nd St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Michael Foreman 100 Points

    Michael Foreman

    Covenant Medical Group - Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
    4102 24th Street
    Suite 401
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Elias Ghandour, MD 100 Points

    Elias Ghandour, MD

    3814 22nd Pl
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Yagya Kapila, MD 100 Points

    Yagya Kapila, MD

    4102 24th St Ste 207
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Pablo Paragas, MD 100 Points

    Pablo Paragas, MD

    Lubbock Digestive Disease
    3610 24th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Monzer Attar, MD 50 Points

    Monzer Attar, MD

    3425 22nd Pl
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Mark Feist

    Mark Feist

    Covenant Medical Group - Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
    4102 24th Street
    Suite 401
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Mark Feist

    Mark Feist

    Covenant Medical Group - Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
    4102 24th Street
    Suite 401
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Matthew Soape

    Matthew Soape

    Grace Clinic - Gastroenterology
    3814 22nd Place
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Adam Hughston

    Adam Hughston

    Lubbock Digestive Disease Associates
    3610 24th Street
    Lubbock, TX 79410

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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