What Does a Gastroenterologist Do?

A gastroenterologist is a doctor that specializes in the health and function of the stomach and GI system. They are specialists who treat diseases that affect the stomach, small intestine, esophagus, pancreas, bile duct, rectum, liver, and colon. Gastroenterologists can diagnose and treat conditions like:

• Gastrointestinal Cancer
• Jaundice
• Anemia
• Peptic Ulcers
• Autoimmune Liver Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Bleeding
• Viral Hepatitis
• Gastroenteritis
• Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Ulcerative Colitis
• Crohn’s Disease

Sustainable Methods

Gut issues can negatively affect you throughout life. It only makes sense that solutions be long-lasting.

Integrative Approach

From the knowledge of the science of the mind and body to lifestyle and nutrition, we evaluate and treat our patients fully.

Caring Physicians

Our doctors are great at developing excellent, empathetic, individualized treatment plans for our patients.

Reasons to See a Gastroenterologist

Though most people will experience mild gastrointestinal issues now and again, lingering symptoms need to be checked by a seasoned gastro doctor. If you are suffering from chronic abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, heartburn, rectal bleeding, or other symptoms associated with your digestive tract, schedule an appointment with Houston Gastro Institute. We will assess, develop the right plan to diagnose and treat your specific condition, and get you back to living a painless, worry-free life again.

Celiac Disease

This condition is usually caused by immune reactivity to gluten. The antibodies against gluten created by the immune system creates inflammation that damage the small intestines and stomach.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)

A change in the type or number of bacteria in your small intestine can cause symptoms such as bloating, indigestion, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and flatulence.

Bloating

Symptoms of bloating include excessive gas and distension of the abdomen. This common condition affects one-fifth of the population, although women are more likely to develop it.

Gallbladder Disease

 Gallstones can form in the gallbladder or bile ducts and cause pain and discomfort after eating. We can prescribe diet and lifestyle changes to manage symptoms as an alternative to surgery.

Constipation

You may be suffering from constipation if your stools are small, dry, hard, or difficult to pass, or if your bowel movements occur less than three times a week.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

IBS causes cramping in your abdomen and changes in your bowel movements. While it is a chronic condition, there are many options for treating the symptoms.

Chronic nausea and vomiting

There are many conditions that can cause excessive nausea and vomiting, such as GERD, pancreatic disease, bile duct disease, peptic ulcer disease, and some types of cancers.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

A chronic condition characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, primarily encompassing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which can cause symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.

We also treat:

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE), Diarrhea, Liver Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Anal Pain, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Inflammation, Hemorrhoid Treatment, Gut Brain Disorders, Post Covid Syndrome, Gastritis