6 Results forGastroenterologists near Ames, IA
Learn more about Gastroenterologists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Gastroenterologists
A gastroenterologist specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, or digestive system. This includes the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. A GI specialist focuses on the health needs of adults with digestive problems.
A gastroenterologist typically:
- Evaluates a patient’s medical history and educates the patient about digestive health and disease prevention
- Performs colonoscopies, endoscopies, and other imaging exams of the digestive tract
- Orders and interprets laboratory tests and GI function studies
- Prescribes medications
- Screens, treats and monitors GI cancers
- Diagnoses and treats digestive disorders including ulcers, reflux conditions, bowel diseases, motility problems, and liver disease
- Performs endoscopic procedures on the digestive system, such as biopsies, polyp removal, intestinal dilation, placement of drainage tubes, and tumor removal without surgery
A gastroenterologist may also be known by the following names: GI specialist, GI doctor, or stomach doctor.
There are 6 specialists practicing Gastroenterology in Ames, IA with an overall average rating of 3.5 stars. There are 3 hospitals near Ames, IA with affiliated Gastroenterology specialists, including Mary Greeley Medical Center, Avera Holy Family Hospital and Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center.
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Dr. Bryan Feyen, DO
Specialty: Gastroenterology1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 500100.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Gastroenterology1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 500100.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Jeremy Fields, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology1111 Duff AveAmes, IA 500100.7 miles awayDr. Jon Fleming, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 500100.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Floyd Field, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 500100.7 miles away