Dr. Sharon Jedel Featured on Centered on Health to Discuss the Gut-Brain Connection and GI Psychology
The link between mental and digestive health continues to gain recognition, especially in the treatment of chronic gastrointestinal (GI) conditions like IBS, IBD, and gastroparesis.
In a recent guest appearance with Dr. Jeff Tuvlin on Centered on Health, Dr. Sharon Jedel, Clinical Psychologist at Comprehensive Gastrointestinal Health, shared insights into the gut-brain connection and how GI psychology can help patients manage symptoms, reduce stress, and improve their quality of life.
Dr. Jedel explained how emotional stressors can directly influence GI function and how treating the mind alongside the body can lead to better outcomes. From gut-directed hypnotherapy to cognitive-behavioral techniques, her approach helps patients navigate the physical and psychological challenges that often go hand-in-hand with chronic digestive disease.
This timely conversation echoes a broader theme emphasized during Mental Health Awareness Month that effective GI care must include mental health support.
To further expand access, Comprehensive Gastrointestinal Health now offers on-demand visits for patients with experienced, specialty-trained nurse practitioners and physician assistants under the supervision of board-certified gastroenterologists who can order labs, imaging, procedures and prescriptions. These appointments, available on the same day in many cases, offer a fast and convenient way to connect with experienced providers. When appropriate, patients can be seamlessly referred to Dr. Jedel or other specialists on our multidisciplinary team.
🎧 Listen to the full interview here.
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