DIAGNOSTIC TESTING


Upper Endoscopy  

Endoscopy is the visual examination of the lining of the esophagus (food pipe), stomach and the duodenum (beginning portion of the small intestine) by using a flexible endoscope.  This is used to diagnose and treat a variety of gastrointestinal diseases.  More >>


Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the visual examination of the lining of the colon (large intestine) and the rectum using a flexible colonoscope.  This is used to diagnose and treat a variety of colonic diseases.  More >>

Capsule Endoscopy

Capsule endoscopy is used to examine the entire length of the small intesine .  This is done by having the patient swallow a video capsule the size of a vitamin pill.  This is used to diagnose a variety of diseases in the small intestine. More >>


Ambulatory BRAVO pH Study

BRAVO pH study is used to examine the acidity level in the esophagus during a 48 hour period.  This is done by having a small capsule the size of  a small pill be placed inside the esophagus.  This is used to diagnose the presence of gastroesophageal reflux disease. More >> 


Lactose Breath Test

Lactose Breath Test is a simple breath test used to examine the presence of lactose intolerance. 


Bacterial Overgrowth Breath Test

Bacterial Overgrowth Breath Test is a simple breath test used to examine the presence of small bowel bacterial overgrowth.



THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES

Hemorrhoid Treatment

A hemorrhoid is a collection of swollen vessels in the lower rectum and anus.  This often causes bleeding, itchiness, pain, and general discomfort in the anal area.  There are a variety of options for hemorrhoidal treatment.  More >>