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  • Adinarayana Divakaruni, MD 130 Points

    Adinarayana Divakaruni, MD

    Digestive Disease Assoc
    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Christopher Kim, MD 100 Points

    Christopher Kim, MD

    Digestive Disease Assoc
    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 Hickory Ridge Rd Ste 215
    Columbia, MD 21044
  • Lawrence Sorkin, MD 100 Points

    Lawrence Sorkin, MD

    Intrnl Medcne-Patuxent Med Grp
    Distance: 29.29 mi
    2 Knoll North Dr
    Columbia, MD 21045
  • Preston Y Kim, MD 40 Points

    Preston Y Kim, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Zahid W Butt, MD 30 Points

    Zahid W Butt, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Marcia I Canto, MD 20 Points

    Marcia I Canto, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5900 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Sanjay B Jagannath, MD 20 Points

    Sanjay B Jagannath, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5755 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Richard I Andorsky, MD 10 Points

    Richard I Andorsky, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Marcia I Canto, MD 10 Points

    Marcia I Canto, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5755 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Kester I Crosse II, MD 10 Points

    Kester I Crosse II, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Zhiping Li, MD 10 Points

    Zhiping Li, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5755 CEDAR LANE
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Vijay Narayen, MD 10 Points

    Vijay Narayen, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Lawrence F Sorkin, MD 10 Points

    Lawrence F Sorkin, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD STE 215
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Wondwosen Abdi, MD

    Wondwosen Abdi, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10798A HICKORY RIDGE RD
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Sanjay B Jagannath, MD

    Sanjay B Jagannath, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5900 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Christopher Y Kim, MD

    Christopher Y Kim, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10801 HICKORY RIDGE RD
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Preston Y Kim, MD

    Preston Y Kim, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    9501 OLD ANNAPOLIS RD
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Emily J Lee, MS

    Emily J Lee, MS

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10772 HICKORY RIDGE RD
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Zhiping Li, MD

    Zhiping Li, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5900 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Maria M Oliva-Hemker, MD

    Maria M Oliva-Hemker, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    5900 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Natarajan Ravendhran, MD

    Natarajan Ravendhran, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    10806 HICKORY RIDGE RD
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044

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.


Gastroenterologist Related Terms:
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