GI doctors at Ascension Seton in Austin and surrounding communities have the expertise to diagnose, treat and manage gastrointestinal conditions. We are a multidisciplinary program – meaning you will have a team of GI doctors, surgeons, dietitians, and social workers dedicated to caring for your digestive health. Your doctor starts by listening to you, to better understand you and your symptoms. Diagnostic testing may be recommended to help find the cause of your symptoms. Diagnostic testing for GI conditions include:
- Colonoscopy
- Esophageal endoscopy
- ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography)
- EUS (endoscopic ultrasound)
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Percutaneous endoscopic
- Gastrostomy (PEG)
- Push enteroscopy
- Single balloon enteroscopy
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)
Treating common and complex GI conditions
GI conditions can be uncomfortable and even painful at times. Our care team works to make you as comfortable as possible. We take the time to explain your diagnosis and treatment options. Then, we create a care plan that’s right for you. GI doctors at Ascension Seton are leaders in GI care — participating in research and delivering evidence-based care. We have the expertise to treat GI conditions – common to complex – including:
- Acid reflux
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Celiac disease
- Colon cancer
- Chronic constipation
- Cirrhosis
- Crohn’s disease
- Diarrhea
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Liver disease
- Pancreatitis
- Ulcerative colitis
- Ulcers
Helping detect polyps and colon cancer early
Getting colon screenings may help find polyps and cancer early, when they are most treatable. When polyps and cancer are found early, there may be more options for treatment too. Experienced doctors at Ascension Seton provide colonoscopies to help detect polyps. We typically recommend men and women get their first colonoscopy at age 45. You may need to get a colonoscopy earlier if you have a personal or family history of polyps or colon cancer, or if you have symptoms, such as:
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Change in bowel habits
- Rectal bleeding
- Unexplained weight loss
Refer a patient to a gastroenterologist
Your patients can expect compassionate, personalized care from the moment our specialists connect with them. Our specialists start by listening to fully understand their needs and to develop an individualized care plan. To make a doctor referral, please call 844-442-8784.
