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Gastroenterology Care

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology care specializes in the treatment, diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal diseases. This includes chronic heartburn, ulcers, bowel problems, swallowing disorders and other digestive issues.

Tanner Health provides exceptional gastroenterology care in west Georgia and east Alabama, offering comprehensive services for digestive, liver, pancreas and gallbladder conditions.

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Gastroenterology services

Tanner offers diagnostic screenings, assessments and treatments for a wide variety of  gastrointestinal conditions and diseases, including esophageal disorders, heartburn, ulcers and stomach cancer. Gastroenterology tests include colon cancer screening and esophageal imaging.

We also manage colorectal conditions, including Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and more, ensuring comprehensive gastrointestinal care.

We offer a range of treatments, including surgery, to provide relief from digestive system problems.

Our doctors provide diagnostic screenings and procedures, such as

  • Colon cancer screening
  • Colonoscopy
  • Esophageal cancer screening
  • Esophageal imaging studies
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy
  • Upper endoscopy

Gastroenterology Frequently Asked Questions

What is the treatment of gastroenterology conditions?
The treatment of gastroenterology conditions involves diagnosing and managing digestive disorders, screenings and evaluation, utilizing medication, dietary changes and sometimes surgery.

What is gastrointestinal care?
Gastrointestinal care refers to the comprehensive management of digestive system health, including prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.

What are some common gastrointestinal diseases?
Five of the most common gastrointestinal diseases include Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), GERD and celiac disease.

What tests are done in gastroenterology?
Gastroenterology tests include colonoscopy, endoscopy, esophageal imaging studies and screenings for digestive cancers.

What are four signs that your digestive system isn't working properly?
Digestive system signs of potential issues include persistent heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating and changes in bowel habits.

 

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John Arledge, MD Tanner Medical Group Physician Icon
John Arledge, MD
Gastroenterology
West Georgia Gastroenterology Associates - Carrollton
Peter Ojuro, DO Tanner Medical Group Physician Icon
Peter Ojuro, DO
Gastroenterology
West Georgia Gastroenterology Associates - Carrollton
Watcoun-Nchinda Pisoh, MD Tanner Medical Group Physician Icon
Watcoun-Nchinda Pisoh, MD
Gastroenterology
West Georgia Gastroenterology Associates - Carrollton
Prashant Sharma, MD Tanner Medical Group Physician Icon
Prashant Sharma, MD
Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology
West Georgia Gastroenterology Associates - Bremen
Thelma Wiley-Lucas, MD Tanner Medical Group Physician Icon
Thelma Wiley-Lucas, MD
Gastroenterology
West Georgia Gastroenterology Associates - Bremen
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