Gastroenterology
Gastroenterologists focus on the treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and digestive system, including a range of organs starting at the mouth and ending at the rectum.
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.Heartburn and GERD care
When it comes to heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), we have the experience to treat even the most complex cases. Our heartburn and reflux care team is made up of board-certified surgeons, GI specialists, nurses and dietitians who work collaboratively to offer multidisciplinary services to the communities we serve.
We offer a full range of advanced diagnostic tests and procedures to diagnose and pinpoint the cause of your condition. This includes 24-hour esophageal pH monitoring, barium swallow studies, capsule pH studies, fluoroscopy, gastric emptying studies, gastrointestinal motility tests, real-time optical biopsies and upper GI endoscopy.
If surgery is the best form of treatment, our surgeons are skilled in minimally invasive anti-reflux surgery, including revision surgery from previously failed procedures. We offer a range of specialized surgical options, including:
- Endoscopic radiofrequency (RF) for reflux treatment
- Gastrectomy or esophagectomy
- Heller myotomy
- Hiatal hernia repair
- Nissen or toupet fundoplication
- Partial gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y reconstruction
- Radiofrequency ablation for Barrett’s esophagus
If you are experiencing gastrointestinal issues, we invite you to explore more of our services and find a gastroenterologist in the North Houston area. For more information about our heartburn and reflux services, please call (281) 440-2558.