Procedures

The 48-hour Bravo pH exam allows your GI doctor to measure long-term damage done to your esophagus by acid reflux through the use of a small capsule.

A capsule endoscopy is a noninvasive procedure used to examine the small intestine through a tiny camera built into a pill the patient swallows.

Chronic care management (CCM) is a support plan for patients who have two or more GI conditions and need extra help to manage their health needs.

Regular colon cancer screenings are recommended for people age 45 or older and those who have an elevated risk of developing colon cancer.

A colonoscopy is a common test to assess for signs of colorectal cancer and other disorders. Routine exams are recommended for people 45 and older.

An EGD is an endoscopic procedure in which a tube is fed through the mouth and the upper digestive system to diagnose various GI symptoms.

An endoscopy is an exam that employs a scope-mounted camera to take images of your upper GI tract, giving your doctor a clear view of any problems.

An enteroscopy is an endoscopic test in which a flexible scope is inserted through the mouth to examine the upper GI tract for symptoms and disorders.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography is a technique used to evaluate disorders in the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and bile duct.

Esophageal dilation is a quick technique carried out to provide swallowing relief to patients who have a blocked or narrowed esophagus.

Esophageal manometry is a test performed when a patient has difficulty with swallowing in order to measure how well the esophagus contracts.

Feeding tube insertion, also called percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy (PEG), helps patients get nutrients in their body when they can't swallow food.

FibroScan is an advanced, noninvasive diagnostic tool that utilizes ultrasound to monitor levels of fatty change and scarring in the liver.

A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure used to examine the lower colon for abnormalities and other symptoms of various GI disorders.

Hemorrhoid banding (also called rubber band ligation) is a treatment to remove hemorrhoids by cutting off the flow of blood to the affected area.

The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method is a nonsurgical, medically supervised plan to help patients lose weight while keeping up their muscle mass.

Infusion therapy is a method of delivering medication directly into the veins of an individual and is often used when oral medication is insufficient.

The QuinTron breath test collects samples of your breath and measures them for certain gases to detect problems in the small intestine.

A sphincterotomy is a surgical procedure to correct a tear in the lining of one’s anus (anal fissure) when less invasive treatments are unsuccessful.