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  • Lola Kwan, MD
    150 Points

    Lola Kwan, MD

    UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group Gastroenterology at Bolingbrook
    Distance: 26.01 mi
    396 Remington Blvd.
    Ste. 260
    Bolingbrook, IL 60440
  • Hadi Siddiqui, DO, MPH
    250 Points

    Hadi Siddiqui, DO, MPH

    UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group Gastroenterology at Woodridge
    Distance: 27.11 mi
    2363 63rd. St.
    Woodridge, IL 60517
  • Garth Swanson

    Garth Swanson

    RUSH Oak Brook
    Distance: 27.17 mi
    2011 York Road
    Oak Brook, IL 60523
  • Rockford Yapp, MD, MPH
    350 Points

    Rockford Yapp, MD, MPH

    Digestive Health Services, SC
    Distance: 28.51 mi
    3825 Highland Avenue
    #302
    Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • Manfred Raiser, MD 110 Points

    Manfred Raiser, MD

    Gastroenterology Services Ltd
    Distance: 28.51 mi
    3825 Highland Ave Ste 203
    Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • Gregorio Orbeta Jr, MD 100 Points

    Gregorio Orbeta Jr, MD

    Distance: 28.51 mi
    3825 Highland Ave Ste 3E
    Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • 10 Points

    Midwest Digestive Disease Specialists

    Distance: 28.51 mi
    3825 Highland Avenue, Tower Two, Suite 307
    Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • David Chua, MD
    300 Points

    David Chua, MD

    Distance: 29.19 mi
    1 S. 280 Summit Avenue
    Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
  • Matthew Smith, MD, FACG
    250 Points

    Matthew Smith, MD, FACG

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 29.19 mi
    2 TransAm Plaza Dr
    Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
  • Vishal Desai, MD
    200 Points

    Vishal Desai, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 29.19 mi
    2 TransAm Plaza Dr
    Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
  • Jennie Ng, MD 200 Points

    Jennie Ng, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 29.19 mi
    2 TransAm Plaza Dr
    Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
  • Niraj Ajmere, MD
    250 Points

    Niraj Ajmere, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 30.48 mi
    430 Warrenville Road
    Lisle, IL 60532
  • Andrew Bregman, MD 150 Points

    Andrew Bregman, MD

    Gastroenterology Grp Practice
    Distance: 34.78 mi
    7 Blanchard Cir Ste Llf
    Wheaton, IL 60187

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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