Procedures

Symptoms, Conditions & Procedures

GI Procedures

Anorectal Manometry

Anorectal manometry is a test that is utilized to evaluate the response and power of the muscles needed for having a standard bowel movement.

Argon Laser Therapy

Argon laser therapy utilizes an argon gas device to absorb pigments (hemoglobin and melanin) to treat GI issues like dysphagia, strictures, and more.

Bravo™ pH Monitoring

Bravo pH monitoring is a test that uses a small pH capsule to measure the pH level of the esophagus to identify if heartburn or GERD is present.

Capsule Endoscopy

Capsule endoscopy is an endoscopic procedure where a pill with a camera is swallowed and then used to capture images of the small bowel or intestine.

Colon Cancer Screening

Colon cancer screening is the process of searching for polyps and cancer on the inner wall of the colon and rectum when no GI symptoms exist.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is an endoscopic test where a scope is placed into the rectum to check the interior of the colon to determine the cause of GI symptoms.

EGD

EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) is a procedure that helps determine the cause of stomach pain, heartburn, reflux, difficulty swallowing, and more.

Endoscopic Mucosal Resection

Endoscopic mucosal resection is a treatment that enables doctors to remove tumors located just beneath the intestinal lining without surgery.

Enteroscopy

Enteroscopy is an endoscopic procedure where a long, thin tube is inserted into the mouth to help clearly see the lining of the esophagus and stomach.

ERCP

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure where a scope is inserted via the mouth to analyze all areas of the GI system.

Esophageal Dilation

Esophageal dilation is when your esophagus is stretched to help a narrowed or blocked region so that it can function properly.

Esophageal Manometry

Esophageal manometry is a motility study that is used to measure the contractile and relaxation function of the esophagus to identify GI problems.

Feeding Tube Insertion (PEG)

Feeding tube insertion is when a tube is placed in the stomach to transport necessary fluids, nutrition, and medication when it can’t be done orally.

FibroScan®

A FibroScan noninvasively checks the liver for fibrosis and/or steatosis, allowing our providers to create proper treatment methods.

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic technique where a scope with a camera is inserted in the rectum to check for abnormalities like bleeding.

Hemorrhoid Banding

Hemorrhoid banding (rubber band ligation) is a removal technique that cuts off circulation to a hemorrhoid so that it falls off naturally.

Infusion Therapy (IV Infusion)

Infusion therapy is the delivery of medication and fluids intravenously when a patient cannot ingest them, or oral administration is not recommended.

Sphincterotomy

A sphincterotomy is a surgical procedure that treats anal fissures (a tear within the lining of the anus) that causes discomfort when passing stool.