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We want to help you make the best decisions for your health, so we developed educational resources for a variety of digestive conditions, treatment options, and nutrition plans.
Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis
To understand diverticulosis, it is helpful to know about the anatomy and function of the intestine. The small intestine is the long, thin segment of bowel that begins at the stomach and ends at the large intestine or colon. The…
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis is a mouthful of a word. It is a condition that we are seeing more and more frequently. It is a common cause of difficulty swallowing, as well as heartburn that does not respond to conventional therapy. Eosinophilic…
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Esophagitis and Stricture
The esophagus is the food tube, or gullet, that carries food and liquid from the mouth to the stomach. The stomach churns the food and secretes a strong acid that aids in digestion. A specialized muscle, known as the lower…
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Fatty Liver
The liver is the largest organ in the body. It is found high in the right upper abdomen, behind the ribs. It is a very complex organ and has many functions. They include: Storing energy in the form of sugar…
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Fodmap Diet
One of the most common symptoms of IBS is that of abdominal bloating and distention. Distention of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract can cause abdominal pain, especially in IBS patients who already suffer...
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Full liquid Diet
The full liquid diet is often used as a step between a clear liquid diet and a regular diet, for example, after surgery or fasting. It may also be used after certain procedures, such as jaw wiring. This diet may…
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Gallstones
To understand the nature of gallstones, it is helpful to first look at the anatomy of the gallbladder and bile ducts. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that rests under the liver in the right upper abdomen. The liver produces…
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- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Fibroscan
- Infusion Therapy
- Liver Biopsy
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
- Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy /w Bravo
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