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  • Suresh Bhalla, MD 160 Points

    Suresh Bhalla, MD

    Distance: 27.51 mi
    210 N Hammes Ave Ste 112
    Joliet, IL 60435
  • Riten Sheth, MD 110 Points

    Riten Sheth, MD

    Digestive Disease Clinic Of
    Distance: 27.51 mi
    3077 W Jefferson St Ste 104
    Joliet, IL 60435
  • Faizan Khan, DO 100 Points

    Faizan Khan, DO

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 27.51 mi
    330 Madison St
    Joliet, IL 60435
  • Basant Jhawar, MD 100 Points

    Basant Jhawar, MD

    Distance: 27.51 mi
    2435 Glenwood Ave Ste 210
    Joliet, IL 60435
  • 100 Points

    Meridian Medical Associates, Sc

    Distance: 27.51 mi
    2100 Glenwood Ave
    Joliet, IL 60435
  • Laura Kulik 150 Points

    Laura Kulik

    Northwestern Medicine Kidney and Liver Transplant Care - Crest Hill
    Distance: 28.2 mi
    16151 Weber Rd
    Crest Lake Professional Bldg, Ste 107
    Crest Hill, IL 60403
  • Tarun Mullick, MD
    200 Points

    Tarun Mullick, MD

    Gastrointestinal Health Specialists
    Distance: 28.62 mi
    12624 S.Route 59
    Plainfield, IL 60585
  • -10 Points

    Midwest Digestive Disease Specialist

    Distance: 28.62 mi
    24600 W. 127th St. Building. B - Suite 205
    Plainfield, IL 60544
  • Kaitlin Wanta, DO
    200 Points

    Kaitlin Wanta, DO

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 31.38 mi
    1206 E. 9th St.
    Lockport, IL 60441

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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