Gastroenterology is a medical specialty that is dedicated to the management and treatment of diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract and liver. At Plano Surgical Hospital, the physicians who specialize in gastroenterology understand digestive issues can disrupt every aspect of daily living. After meeting with their patient, a digestive specialist at Plano Surgical Hospital may recommend a series of nonsurgical or surgical treatment options for conditions that detrimentally impact the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver.
Much like the other specialists at Plano Surgical Hospital, the gastroenterologists put a major emphasis on comprehensive treatment plans that can effectively eliminate debilitating digestive symptoms. They have a keen eye for detail and use their years of knowledge and expertise to provide high quality gastrointestinal services. Below are just a few of the common conditions our physicians oversee and treat:
- Biliary Tract Disease (Gallbladder)
- Colitis
- Colon Polyps and Cancer
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Hepatitis
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Nutritional Deficiencies
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Pancreatitis
- And more