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  • Maria M Oliva-Hemker, MD

    Maria M Oliva-Hemker, MD

    Distance: 22.28 mi
    5900 CEDAR LN
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Natarajan Ravendhran, MD

    Natarajan Ravendhran, MD

    Distance: 22.28 mi
    10806 HICKORY RIDGE RD
    COLUMBIA, MD 21044
  • Mark Diamond, MD 130 Points

    Mark Diamond, MD

    Distance: 23.92 mi
    9105 Franklin Square Dr
    Rosedale, MD 21237
  • Kenneth Margolis, MD 100 Points

    Kenneth Margolis, MD

    Distance: 23.92 mi
    9101 Franklin Square Dr # Dr-213
    Rosedale, MD 21237
  • Valaparambil Sivan, MD 100 Points

    Valaparambil Sivan, MD

    Distance: 27.34 mi
    1576 Merritt Blvd Ste 2
    Dundalk, MD 21222
  • Rajat Malik, MD
    400 Points

    Rajat Malik, MD

    WellSpan Digestive Health - Gettysburg
    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 North 5th Street
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • David Speranza, MD
    300 Points

    David Speranza, MD

    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 N. Fifth St.
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Rajesh Bajaj, MD 290 Points

    Rajesh Bajaj, MD

    Distance: 28.03 mi
    147 N WASHINGTON ST
    GETTYSBURG, PA 17325
  • Cara Davis, PA-C
    250 Points

    Cara Davis, PA-C

    WellSpan Digestive Health - Gettysburg
    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 North 5th Street
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Erika Reindollar, CRNP
    250 Points

    Erika Reindollar, CRNP

    WellSpan Digestive Health - Gettysburg
    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 North 5th Street
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Amber Diaz, PA-C
    100 Points

    Amber Diaz, PA-C

    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 N. Fifth St.
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Simon Mathews, MD 50 Points

    Simon Mathews, MD

    WellSpan Digestive Health - Gettysburg
    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 North 5th Street
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Tina Pakala, MD 50 Points

    Tina Pakala, MD

    WellSpan Digestive Health - Gettysburg
    Distance: 28.03 mi
    37 North 5th Street
    Gettysburg, PA 17325

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.


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