Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure that a gastroenterologist (GI doctor) uses to examine your biliary system (liver, bile ducts, gallbladder, and pancreas) for any abnormalities. Your GI doctor may order an ERCP when they suspect problems based on your laboratory test results and/or symptoms, such as abdominal pain and jaundice (yellowing of skin
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What Is Capsule Endoscopy?
For an easy, high-tech inspection of your small intestine, your GI specialist may order a capsule endoscopy. Also called small bowel endoscopy, this easily tolerated test produces high-resolution images useful in understanding symptoms and diagnosing diseases. Here are some details about capsule endoscopy. Swallowing a Pill Camera Essentially, that’s what capsule endoscopy involves. More easily
Read MoreQualities to Look for in a Gastroenterologist
A gastroenterologist also called a GI doctor, is a specialist that your primary care doctor may refer you to if you are experiencing symptoms of a digestive disorder, such as chronic constipation, peptic ulcer, or inflammatory bowel disease. Gastroenterologists are experts on the diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of conditions that affect the
Read More10 Tips to Improve Your Digestive Health
Your digestive system is responsible for breaking down the food you consume into nutrients needed by the body. Neglecting your digestive system may cause problems in absorbing essential nutrients along the way. Complications may arise and disrupt your daily tasks. Nonetheless, lifestyle changes may help you improve the way your digestive health operates. Here are
Read MoreWhen is it Time to Visit a GI Doctor?
A GI doctor or a gastroenterologist specializes in treating issues related to the digestive system, which includes the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, liver, intestines, and bowels. Usually, digestive health issues produce mild, moderate, or severe symptoms. Sometimes, the symptoms may get better on their own, but at other times, the symptoms require medical
Read MoreYour First Appointment with a Gastroenterologist: What to Expect
Gastroenterologists are internists or doctors trained in internal medicine who specialize in problems concerning your digestive tract. Some of the most common conditions they deal with are diarrhea, constipation, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), and ulcers. You may consider consulting with a gastroenterologist if you have symptoms concerning any digestive system structure between the esophagus and rectum.
Read MoreinSite Digestive Health Care Welcomes Three Physicians in Three Counties
Largest Gastroenterology Group in California Continues Growing GLENDALE, CA (NOVEMBER 2020) – Dr. Dana Pan, Dr. Justin Marasigan and Dr. Sherif Michael are the latest physicians to join the ever-growing gastroenterology medical group, inSite Digestive Health Care. The new physicians are accepting patients for in-person and telemedicine appointments in their respective counties of Los Angeles,
Read MoreFive Strategies to Avoid Digestive Distress This Holiday Season
During the holiday season, most people’s lives go from busy to hectic with all of the shopping, decorating, holiday parties, and of course, overeating. Add seasonal stress and a more relaxed mindset about food and you have a recipe for digestive disaster. On average, most Americans eat about 72 % more calories during the holiday
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If you are an avid reader of our blogs, you are likely very health minded. Perhaps you even resolved to exercise more at the start of the new year. Now it’s four months into 2018 and your fitness resolution seems like it could be next years problem. We understand; Between work, school, a social life,
Read MoreSupplement of the Week: Curcumin
Temperatures are rising and everyone seems to be gearing up for the start of summer. Schools out and beach trips, vacations, and fun with friends and family are in! And we at inSite want to do everything we can to ensure you feel your best for all your summer activities. To help you prepare to be
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