Conditions we treat

Barrett esophagus occurs when the normal cells that line your food pipe (esophagus) turn into abnormal cells not usually found in your esophagus. The abnormal cells take over because the lining of the esophagus has been damaged. The abnormal cells are called specialized columnar cells or intestinal metaplasia.

Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine. It affects how nutrients from food are absorbed by the body. Those with celiac disease need to avoid gluten. This is a protein found in many grains, including wheat, rye, and barley. When a person with celiac disease eats gluten, the immune system responds by damaging the villi. Villi are what absorb nutrients in the small intestine. This damage makes it hard for the body to absorb nutrients the way it should.

Constipation occurs when your stools are painful, or they don't happen often enough. It's the most common GI (gastrointestinal) problem.

Crohn's disease is one of a group of diseases known as inflammatory bowel diseases. It is a chronic condition of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract—your esophagus, stomach, and intestine. Over time Crohn’s can damage parts of the GI tract. Although it commonly affects the end of the small intestine (ileum) and the beginning of the large intestine (colon), it may be found anywhere in the GI tract.

Diverticular disease is a group of conditions in which tiny pouches form in the colon. The pouches are called diverticula. These pouches bulge out through weak spots in your colon. The pouches can become inflamed (red, swollen) or infected. When the pouches are infected, the condition is called diverticulitis.

GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a digestive disorder. It's caused when gastric acid from your stomach flows back up into your food pipe (esophagus).

Heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD.

Hemorrhoids are when the veins or blood vessels in and around your anus and lower rectum become swollen and irritated. This happens when there is extra pressure on these veins.

In a hiatal hernia, part of your stomach pushes up into an opening (the hiatus) in your diaphragm. The diaphragm is the muscle between your belly (abdomen) and your chest. In most cases, your food pipe (esophagus) goes through the hiatus and joins your stomach. But with a hiatal hernia, the top part of your stomach moves up through that opening into your chest.

Indigestion (dyspepsia) is a pain, general discomfort, or burning feeling in your upper belly (abdomen). It's common in adults. Indigestion is not the same as heartburn. Indigestion may be linked to stomach acid. You can have symptoms of indigestion and heartburn at the same time.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that affects your lower GI (gastrointestinal) tract. This includes the small intestine and large intestine (colon). It is diagnosed when a person has belly pain or spasm associated with a change in the appearance or frequency of their bowel movements.

A peptic ulcer is a sore on the lining of your stomach or the first part of your small intestine (duodenum). If the ulcer is in your stomach, it's also called a gastric ulcer. If the ulcer is in your duodenum, it's called a duodenal ulcer. Rarely, they can happen further down your intestine. Stomach acids and other digestive juices help create ulcers. These fluids burn the linings of your organs.

Ulcerative colitis is a long-term (chronic) illness. It happens when your body's immune system attacks your own digestive tract. This is an example of an autoimmune disease.

The condition causes the inner lining of the colon to become inflamed. This leads to tiny open sores or ulcers in the colon lining that make pus and mucus. Sometimes other parts of the body are affected by the inflammation. These include the eyes, skin, liver, and joints. The condition also can raise the risk for colon cancer.