Gastroenterología
La gastroenterología es el campo de la medicina relacionado con el tratamiento del tubo digestivo. Los gastroenterólogos se centran en el tratamiento de enfermedades del aparato digestivo, que incluye una gran variedad de órganos que comienzan en la boca y terminan en el recto.
Gastroenterology in north Houston, Texas
From minor to chronic issues, we're dedicated helping you live free of gastrointestinal (GI) pain and discomfort.
At HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, we provide comprehensive care for GI disorders affecting the bowel, colon, esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, intestines, liver, pancreas and rectum. Our multidisciplinary team works to treat your unique condition, from diagnosis through treatment and rehabilitation.
GI conditions we treat
At HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, our team specializes in offering personalized care in the treatment of a variety of GI conditions, including:
- Acid reflux
- Colorectal cancer
- Celiac disease
- Colon polyps
- Constipation and diarrhea
- Diverticulosis and diverticulitis
- Heartburn
- Gallstones
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal cancers
- Hemorrhoids
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Ulcers
Northwest gastroenterology services
Our multidisciplinary team is committed to understanding your condition so that we can design an individualized treatment plan that suits your unique needs.
Diagnostic testing we provide
It is vital to find the source of what is causing your GI disorder, and at our hospital, we offer a broad range of tests and screenings to help make a diagnosis. Once a diagnosis has been obtained, our experienced gastroenterologists, surgeons, oncologists and radiologists work to establish a personalized treatment plan to fit your needs. Tests we offer include:
- Colonoscopies
- Endoscopies
- Flexible sigmoidoscopies
Gastrointestinal surgery
While dietary modifications, lifestyle changes and medication can be at the forefront of your treatment plan, surgery can sometimes be the best solution for improving GI complications. In these cases, we provide a range of advanced colorectal surgical procedures, including minimally invasive, laparoscopic and robot-assisted techniques, whenever possible. These approaches afford you minimal scarring, a faster recovery and shorter hospital stay.
If you are experiencing gastrointestinal issues, we invite you to explore more of our services and find a gastroenterologist in the North Houston area.