If you experience acid reflux or other esophageal issues, such as heartburn, you should consult with a gastroenterologist to determine what’s wrong. In most cases, gastroenterologists can review symptoms and the patient’s medical history to figure out a diagnosis. However, there are situations when this information is not enough to find the problem. So, if
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What is Post-ERCP Pancreatitis?
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
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 MoreColonoscopy: The Procedure and How to Prep
Colon cancer is a silent and deadly disease. It usually starts when harmless groups of cells known as polyps form inside the colon and turn cancerous. Many patients do not experience any symptoms in the early stages of the disease, highlighting the importance of early and regular screenings via colonoscopies. Colonoscopy is considered the gold
Read MoreinSite Digestive Health Care Welcomes John Zeroogian, M.D.
Physician Joins inSite Digestive Health Care in North Pasadena PASADENA, CA (FEBRUARY 2020) – inSite Digestive Health Care is proud to announce that John Zeroogian, M.D. has joined the group of physicians serving the community of Pasadena, California. Dr. Zeroogian is accepting patients for February 2020. Dr. Zeroogian has been a practicing Gastroenterologist in the
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
Read MoreOutpatient Surgery Centers Lower Costs
A push to save health care dollars and boost patient experience has propelled growth in outpatient surgery centers in the Tri-Counties and across the nation. Medicare has also taken steps to include more outpatient procedures on its list of reimbursable services, stoking demand. “One of the most important things talked about today is the health
Read MoreBest Moves to Help Digestion
You probably don’t need us to tell you that exercise is incredibly important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Exercise aids in weight loss, improves brain health and memory, and helps the production of endorphins, but did you know exercise is also incredibly important for aiding proper digestion? When done correctly, specific exercises and stretches can
Read MoreinSite Digestive Health Care Welcomes Dr. Ken D. Nguyen and Dr. Tim Chen
New Group Joins inSite Digestive Health Care in San Gabriel SAN GABRIEL, CA (October 2018) – inSite Digestive Health Care is proud to announce its newest location at 207 S. Santa Anita St. Suite P-15 in San Gabriel, CA, with physicians Dr. Ken D. Nguyen and Dr. Tim Chen. The physicians begin seeing patients October
Read MoreSupplement of the Week: Enzymes-HCl
Enzymes-HCl Between work, family, and countless other responsibilities, it’s no wonder that our personal health often takes a backseat. That’s why we at inSite Digestive Health Care continuously look for ways to improve our patients’ health. To help make healthy choices easier for our patients, we are now offering Protocol For Life Balance supplements online
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