2 Results forGastroenterologists near Boone, NC
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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 2 specialists practicing Gastroenterology in Boone, NC with an overall average rating of 3.6 stars. There is 1 hospital near Boone, NC with affiliated Gastroenterology specialists, including Watauga Medical Center.
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Dr. Gregory Diamonti, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology870 State Farm Rd Ste 102Boone, NC 286071.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Douglas Trate, MD
Specialty: Gastroenterology870 State Farm Rd Ste 102Boone, NC 286071.8 miles awayNeed a Telehealth Visit?Healthgrades Can Help.
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