Gastroenterology
Comprehensive Care For Your Digestive Health
Digestive problems can be painful, embarrassing and disruptive. With comprehensive digestive services and personalized care, we’re here for you. Our experienced gastroenterologists treat conditions like heartburn, ulcers, reflux, gallstones and more.
Conditions Diagnosed and Treated
- Abdominal pain
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Celiac disease
- Cirrhosis
- Colon cancer
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Gallstones and gall bladder disease
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Jaundice
- Pancreatitis
- Reflux disease
- Ulcers
Our Services
- Colon cancer screening, including colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy
- Capsule endoscopy
- Gastrointestinal (GI) bleed intervention
- Upper GI endoscopy (EGD)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Bravo pH monitoring
- Esophageal manometry
When to See a Gastroenterologist
A gastroenterologist specializes in treating ailments of the stomach, esophagus, small intestine, colon, rectum, gall bladder, liver, bile ducts and pancreas. Typical symptoms that can be treated by gastroenterologists include indigestion, heartburn, gas/bloating, irritable bowel, anemia, rectal bleeding, stomach, intestine and colon problems and swallowing disorders.
Why Choose Valley Baptist Health Network
We’re here to support you with:
- A team of highly qualified doctors and staff members specialized in digestive disorders
- A relaxed, comfortable environment
- Advanced detection techniques conducted in a hospital setting to ensure your safety
- Dedicated endoscopy units at both our Harlingen and Brownsville locations
- Easy and effective treatments for adult and pediatric patients with conditions such as heartburn, acid reflux, gallstones, gastritis and much more