Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver. It involves a detailed understanding of the normal action (physiology) of the gastrointestinal organs including the movement of material through the stomach and intestine, the digestion and absorption of nutrients into the body, removal of waste from the system, and the function of the liver as a digestive organ.
It includes common and important conditions such as colon polyps and cancer, hepatitis, gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn), peptic ulcer disease, colitis, gallbladder and biliary tract disease, nutritional problems, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pancreatitis. In essence, all normal activity and disease of the digestive organs are part of the study of Gastroenterology.
A gastroenterologist is a physician with dedicated training and unique experience in the management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.
Medical School:
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, Ohio
Residency:
Ohio State University Hospitals
Columbus, Ohio
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, Ohio
Board Certification:
Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
Education:
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
Methodist Hospital School of Nursing
Memphis, TN
Certification:
American Association of Nurse Practitioner
Good digestive health indicates an ability to process nutrients through properly functioning gastrointestinal organs, including the stomach, intestine, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. We specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and liver disease with the highest of standards for patient care.
Conditions We Commonly Treat:
Treatments and procedures include:
If it is your first visit, has been more than a year since your last visit or if your information has changed, you can download our patient forms to fill out at home and bring to your appointment.
We offer complete treatment and screening of gastrointestinal disorders and liver disease for new and established patients. Patients may be referred by their own physician or call us directly.
For more information on vascular conditions that we commonly treat and the services that we provide, please contact us today at 615-822-6716.