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• COLONOSCOPY
• ENDOSCOPY (EGD)
• FLEXIBLE SIGMOIDOSCOPY
• CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY

COMMON CONDITIONS

These are some of the most common GI conditions that we have the expertise to care for.

• GERD
• Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR)
• Barrett’s esophagus
• Eosinophilic esophagitis
• Celiac disease
• H. pylori
• Gastritis and ulcers
• Functional dyspepsia
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Crohn’s disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Diverticulosis and diverticulitis
• Hemorrhoids
• Anal fissure
• Anemia
• Fatty liver
• Abnormal liver tests
• Weight management

COMMON SYMPTOMS

These are some of the common symptoms people share with us. We help to clarify the diagnosis and offer effective treatment options.

• Heartburn
• Difficulty swallowing
• Belching
• Bloating
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Change in bowel habits
• Blood in your stool
• Weight loss
• Weight gain

Our knowledgeable registered dietitians will help to create an individualized plan that works for your lifestyle.

• Thorough evaluation
  • Assessment of current nutritional status and nutrient deficiencies
  • Identification of food sensitivities
  • Realistic meal tracking plan
  • Individualized nutritional goals
• Dietary treatments for GI conditions
  • Acid reflux (GERD)
  • Eosinophilic esophagitis
  • Celiac disease
  • Non-celiac wheat sensitivity
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• Nutritional strategies for maintaining wellness
  • Creating a healthy gut microbiome
  • Recommendations on supplements
  • Reducing risk of colon polyps and colon cancer
  • Reducing the risk of diverticulitis
  • Strategies for optimized athletic performance
• Weight management
• Personalized recipes and meal plans
• Strategies for grocery shopping and eating out
• Support and encouragement between office visits

Our behavioral health experts are comprised of a licensed medical family therapist and a clinical psychologist. They can work with you in a number of different ways with scientifically supportive interventions.

They offer the following services, depending on your specific needs and goals:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Insight Oriented Therapy
• Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy
• Relaxation Strategies
• Treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Stressors & Trauma
• Coping Strategies for Dealing with a Chronic Illness or Suffering from Chronic Pain

The Weight Management program has additional information regarding psychological assessment, psychological support, and counseling.

Strong evidence supports the idea that a combined intervention is far more effective for weight loss and maintenance than any single approach alone. Let our team of experts collaborate to help you achieve your goals.

Carrying excess weight is of particular relevance to gastroenterology because of the clearly documented impact extra weight has on numerous GI conditions, such as acid reflux, fatty liver, and the increased risk for colon polyps and colon cancer.

Our approach encourages:

• Nutritional counseling
• Psychological Assessment and Psychological Support
• Improving sleep quality
• Promoting physical activity
• Optimizing the gut microbiome
• Weight loss medications (when appropriate)
• Referrals for endoscopic or surgical weight loss interventions (when appropriate)

We are closely following the latest discoveries about the role that the gut microbiome has in metabolism, as well as the role of gut hormones in appetite and weight regulation. We are eager to implement the next generation of therapies that emerge from these studies.

Prehabilitation is the process of optimizing physical function prior to surgery to help improve the recovery process.

• Prehabilitation training includes a combination of:
• Nutrition
• Mental preparation
• Exercise and strength training

Let our team help you prepare for your upcoming surgery.

Patients often report extensive diagnostic evaluation followed by a sense of abandonment after the testing is over. We aim for better follow through and meaningful results.

• Emphasis on medical education to empower your ability to impact your own gastrointestinal health
• Frequent appointments to assess progress and tailor your treatment plan
• Coordination of the comprehensive approach to challenging conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, and weight management
• Health maintenance – we not only want to help get you well, but also keep you that way.
• Disease prevention – we will guide you on the latest research that can help try to prevent disease and enhance wellness.