Gastroenterology
Our gastroenterologists focus on the prevention and early detection of digestive cancer.
Gastroenterology is the field of medicine specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive diseases and disorders. Because gastroenterology is a sub-specialty of internal medicine, gastroenterologists are certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Specifically, our gastroenterologists at Wake Internal Medicine focus on the prevention and early detection of digestive cancer.
In particular, gastroenterology focuses on diseases and disorders of the digestive tract, which many might not know includes organs from the mouth all the way to the anus. Because gastroenterology covers a good portion of the body, there are many different conditions and diseases that the specialty can treat. Here are a few conditions that can be treated by gastroenterology:
- Colitis
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Hemorrhoids
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Celiac disease
- Gallbladder disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Hepatitis /liver disease
- Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
- Pancreas disease
- Swallowing trouble
- Ulcers
- Nausea
What does good digestive health look like?
Digestive health is important for your body’s ability to function properly. In fact, a healthy digestive system allows the body to absorb nutrients efficiently and adequately enough for the body to produce the energy it needs from food. Intestinal motility and good immune system function are also important factors of a healthy digestive system. Furthermore, maintaining a balanced microbiota is also an indication of healthy digestive functioning. Because of this, a balanced and healthy diet is one of the best ways to keep your digestive health in check. As a result, people who are able to maintain a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle are significantly more likely to have a healthy digestive system.
Wake Gastroenterology is a full-service Diagnostic Center in Raleigh, NC. In addition to basic laboratory and X-ray services, we provide sophisticated endoscopic testing, in-office imaging services, and innovative treatments. Additionally, our evaluation and treatments are provided in an outpatient setting with easy scheduling, and emphasis on patient comfort.
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Our services and procedures include:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Hemorrhoid Treatments
- Infusion Therapy
- Bravo
- Colonoscopy
- CT Scans
- Nutrition Counseling
- Ultrasounds
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lab & X-Ray
For more information on Wake Internal Medicine and the medical services we provide, contact us at one of our Raleigh, NC locations.
