9 Results forGastroenterologists near Houma, LA
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 9 specialists practicing Gastroenterology in Houma, LA with an overall average rating of 4.5 stars. There are 6 hospitals near Houma, LA with affiliated Gastroenterology specialists, including Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center, Thibodaux Regional Medical Center and Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital.
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Dr. Conar Fitton, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology1990 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 703632.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Stephen Duplechain, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology430 Corporate Dr Ste CHouma, LA 703602.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Specialty: Gastroenterology430 Corporate Dr Ste CHouma, LA 703602.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. David Pellegrin, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology8120 Main St Ste 200Houma, LA 703600.1 miles awayDr. Charles Monier, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology430 Corporate Dr Ste CHouma, LA 703602.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Babiswarup Chandamuri, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology1978 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 703632.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Nathaniel Winstead, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology1026 School StHouma, LA 703600.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Jimmy Lao, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Gastroenterology1990 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 703632.6 miles awayDr. David Matherne, DO
Specialty: Gastroenterology1978 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 703632.6 miles away