Gastroenterologist
GI Specialist (MD/DO)
DoctorAbout this Specialty
A physician specializing in the digestive system — esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat conditions like GERD, IBS, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, liver disease, and colorectal cancer. They perform colonoscopies and endoscopies.
When to See This Provider
Persistent heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, rectal bleeding, difficulty swallowing, or for routine colonoscopy screening.
13–14 years
Provider Type
DoctorFormal Title
GI Specialist (MD/DO)
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