Diagnostic & Therapeutic Procedures
From screening colonoscopy to noninvasive breath testing, know exactly what to expect before, during, and after every procedure we perform.
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Diagnostic Procedures
Colonoscopy
The gold-standard screening and diagnostic exam for the colon, using a high-definition camera.
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
A direct look at the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine to diagnose upper GI symptoms.
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
A focused exam of the lower colon and rectum, often used for targeted symptom evaluation.
Capsule Endoscopy
A pill-sized camera that captures images of the small intestine, an area other scopes can't reach.
Liver Fibrosis Evaluation
A noninvasive way to measure liver scarring without the need for a traditional biopsy.
Breath Testing for Digestive Disorders
Noninvasive breath tests used to diagnose SIBO, lactose intolerance, and other digestive conditions.
Therapeutic Procedures
Esophageal Dilation
A procedure to gently stretch a narrowed section of the esophagus and relieve swallowing difficulty.