Irritable bowel syndrome.

If you suffer from frequent abdominal pain, bloating or altered bowel function, you may have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS can affect your ability to socialize, work, travel or live a normal life. Symptoms to look for include:

• Diarrhea • Constipation • Abdominal pain
• Bloating • Gas • Mucus in the stool

We may want to rule out other disorders first. We’ll take the time to accurately diagnose your problem. Our next step is to make therapeutic recommendations that will work best for you. Plus, we’ll make you feel comfortable from your first appointment until your last.

GERD/acid reflux.

Occasional heartburn is a common problem, but if your symptoms are more than occasional you may have significant gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. The symptoms you should look for include:

• Frequent heartburn • Regurgitation • Chest pain
• Hoarseness • Difficult or painful swallowing
• Wheezing • Chronic cough

These symptoms may be indications of a more serious problem. That’s why you should call us for a thorough evaluation. New treatment options are available to help get your symptoms under control.

Colon cancer.

Over 130,000 people in the US will be diagnosed with colon cancer this year. When diagnosed and treated early, the cure rate is better than 90%. Signs and symptoms that may indicate cancer of the colon include:

• A change in bowel habits • Diarrhea or constipation
• Blood in the stool • Narrow stools • Anemia
• Bloating, fullness or abdominal cramps
• Feeling like the bowel does not empty completely
• Unexplained weight loss • Excessive fatigue

You should call us immediately if you experience any of these problems. But don’t wait for symptoms: Colon cancer often begins with no symptoms at all. Early detection is the best approach to this serious problem, and that is why regular screenings are so important.

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are chronic inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract. Symptoms include:

• Diarrhea • Abdominal pain • Fever
• Weight loss • Anemia • Rectal bleeding

We can effectively diagnose and treat both of these conditions in the convenience of our on-site endoscopy center.

Liver problems.

Our board-certified specialists can diagnose and treat liver disease, including hepatitis and infection, as an outpatient procedure, which means no costly hospital stays. They can also effectively treat the full spectrum of liver problems with conservative methods.