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  • John Helzberg, MD
    400 Points

    John Helzberg, MD

    Saint Luke's Hospital Abdominal Transplant and Multispecialty Clinic
    4321 Washington St.
    4000
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Rajiv Chhabra, MD
    200 Points

    Rajiv Chhabra, MD

    Saint Luke's Hospital Abdominal Transplant and Multispecialty Clinic
    4321 Washington St.
    4000
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Wendell Clarkston, MD
    200 Points

    Wendell Clarkston, MD

    Saint Luke's Hospital Abdominal Transplant and Multispecialty Clinic
    4321 Washington St.
    4000
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Donald Jon Hillebrand, MD
    150 Points

    Donald Jon Hillebrand, MD

    4320 Wornall Rd
    Ste 240
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • John Helzberg, MD 130 Points

    John Helzberg, MD

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal
    4321 Washington St Ste 5600
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Mark Allen, MD 110 Points

    Mark Allen, MD

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal
    4321 Washington St Ste 5600
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Alisa Likhitsup, MD
    100 Points

    Alisa Likhitsup, MD

    4320 Wornall Rd
    Ste 240
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Mark Mc Phee, MD 100 Points

    Mark Mc Phee, MD

    4401 Wornall Rd, St Lukes Hosp Exec Office
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Joseph Mc Cullough, MD 100 Points

    Joseph Mc Cullough, MD

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal
    4321 Washington St Ste 5600
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Glen Portwood, MD 100 Points

    Glen Portwood, MD

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal
    4321 Washington St Ste 5600
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Sreeni Jonnalagadda, MD
    100 Points

    Sreeni Jonnalagadda, MD

    Saint Luke's Hospital Abdominal Transplant and Multispecialty Clinic
    4321 Washington St.
    4000
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Perry Culver Jr, MD 90 Points

    Perry Culver Jr, MD

    Mid-America Gastro-Intestinal
    4321 Washington St Ste 5600
    Kansas City, MO 64111
  • Mark J Allen, MD

    Mark J Allen, MD

    4321 WASHINGTON ST STE 5600
    KANSAS CITY, MO 64111

Nearby Cities

North Kans... (2.27 mi)
Kansas City (2.8 mi)
Shawnee (8.59 mi)
Independence (8.76 mi)
Leawood (9.42 mi)
Overland Park (9.51 mi)
Liberty (13.24 mi)
Lees Summit (16.78 mi)
Blue Springs (16.93 mi)
Olathe (19.86 mi)
Belton (20.04 mi)
Leavenworth (23.5 mi)

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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