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
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Your 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 MoreCommon Signs and Symptoms of Gastrointestinal Disorders
The digestive system is one of the body’s most delicate parts, but it’s easy to neglect it and take it for granted. You might have symptoms that you think are normal for your body, but some of those symptoms might be common signs of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. Let’s talk about some of the common signs
Read MoreTips to Help You Choose the Best GI Clinic
Like a well-oiled machine, a healthy digestive system is ready to work all day and all night to process the food you eat into energy and nutrients. But when one organ in the system is having a problem, it can disrupt how the entire system functions. A gastroenterologist is medically trained to evaluate, diagnose, and
Read MoreinSite Digestive Health Care Now Serving the Los Angeles Neighborhood of Chinatown
San Gabriel Physicians Expand Practice to Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA (February 2020) – inSite Digestive Health Care is proud to announce its newest location at 709 North Hill Street, Suite 18 in Los Angeles, California. The new location is the second for physicians Ken D. Nguyen, M.D. and Tien-Chun “Tim” Chen, M.D., who opened
Read MoreinSite Digestive Health Care Introduces Office in Santa Barbara
Two Offices in Santa Barbara County Now Open SANTA BARBARA, CA (JANUARY 2020) – Santa Barbara Gastroenterology Consultants is the newest inSite Digestive Health Care affiliated practice. The Santa Barbara office is conveniently located at 2403 Castillo St., Suite 201 and the Santa Ynez office is located at 2050 Vibord Rd. The group is accepting
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 MoreStool Colors – What’s Normal?
Going number two is not exactly a dinner party conversation, but it’s one you might need to have with your Gastroenterologist if you experience constant irregularity or if you have questions or concerns. So let’s cut the *ahem* and talk about it – it’s a normal part of our digestive process and depending on your
Read MoreTop 5 Fat Burning Foods
Summer is just around the corner and you might feel like the pressure is on to look your best in your favorite swimsuit. You may even hear talk of fast diets that help you shed pounds in days, but let’s be honest, there is no quick diet that guarantees you lose and keep the weight
Read MoreWinter in California-How To Stay Prepared For The Hot Days and Cold Nights
Winter in California can be confusing. It seems like the weather changes by the hour. Mornings might start out cold, afternoon are often scorching hot, and by night time the weather can be extremely chilly (by California standards). Here are some tips that may help you overcome the temperature change! Wear layers As you progress
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