Gastroenterology
From diagnostic procedures to treatment services, gastroenterologists with Regional Clinics offer a range of care for digestive health. Specialists have the training and knowledge to treat diseases of the digestive tract and liver. They also are the specialists in performing colonoscopies, upper endoscopy and other diagnostic procedures.
The gastroenterology team at Regional Clinics provides treatment for the following conditions:
- Colon polyps
- Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
- Dietary sensitivities such as celiac disease and lactose intolerance
- Diverticulitis
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett's esophagus
- Gastrointestinal viruses, infections and general discomfort
- H. pylori and ulcers
- Hepatitis C
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Stomach, esophageal and colorectal cancer diagnosis
- Liver and pancreas diseases
We also provide diagnostic testing and perform a broad range of procedures, including:
- Upper endoscopy to visualize and examine the GI tract (includes the esophagus, stomach and duodenum)
- Diagnostic colonoscopy for evaluating presence of diseases of the lower GI tract and developing an individualized treatment plan
- Hemorrhoidal IRC (infrared coagulation therapy), a non-surgical treatment for hemorrhoids
- Screening colonoscopy, recommended every 10 years for ages 50+ (for those who do not have an increased risk of colorectal cancer)
- ERCP for evaluation and treatment of bile duct and pancreas disease
- Esophageal manometry
- Bravo pH probe – measure acid in esophagus
- Capsule endoscopy (views small intestine)