Does a Gastroenteologist peform Surgical Procedures of the Digestive System ???

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Answer 1

The edges have blurred between surgical procedures and endoscopic procedures. Skilled gastroenterologists perform procedures like endoscopic cystogastrostomies, endoscopic gastrostomies and jejunostomies, stent the pancreatic duct in patients with chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic injuries, extract stones from the bile duct, stent malignant bile duct obstructions etc. These diseases, in the past, would have required surgery. Incidentally, in some countries, gastrointestinal surgeons (surgeons who specialize in operations on the gastrointestinal tract) are called surgical gastroenterologists.

Answer 2

A gastroenterologist is a physician who specializes in treating disorders of the GI (gastrointestinal) system, which includes the esophagus, stomach, liver, and intestinal track. A gastroenterologist does not perform surgical procedures. A general surgeon typically performs surgical procedures on the GI track when needed (e.g., liver resection, colostomy, resection of cancer in the stomach, etc.). However, a gastroenterologist does perform diagnostic procedures such as upper endoscopy (EDG), colonoscopy, liver biopsy, etc., as well as medically treat problems involving the GI system (e.g., reflux disease, hepatitis, Chron's disease, etc.). Hopefully, this explanation helps.

Answer 3

A Gastroenterologist is a specialist who is first broadly trained in Internal Medicine and subsequently in diagnosing and treating disease of the digestive system. Frequently, a Gastroenterologist is called in cases of abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, or change in bowel habits when the diagnosis is unclear or where specialized diagnostic procedures are necessary. Most Gastroenterologists are certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and then receive additional training in Gastroenterology. To qualify for Board certification, an individual must have completed four years of college, four years of medical school and have received a degree in medicine. Then he/she must complete an additional four to six years of specialty training in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. After several years of clinical practice, the doctor must successfully complete an extensive series of examinations. All of our doctors are Board Certified in Gastroenterology.

Frequently, a Gastroenterologist is called in cases when the diagnosis is unclear or where specialized diagnostic procedures are necessary. A Gastroenterologist treats a broad range of conditions, including, but not limited to:

Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Xray findings
Colon Cancer
Colon Polyps
Colon Screening Exams
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diarrhea
Difficulty Swallowing
Diverticulosis
Esophageal Reflux
Gastritis
GERD
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Malabsorption
Nausea Diarrhea
Post-OperativeColon Tests
Rectal Bleeding
Spastic Colon
Ulcers
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting

DOES A GASTROENTEROLOGIST PERFORM SURGERY?

A Gastroenterologist does not perform surgery. His work is limited to diagnosis and medical treatment. However, under the broad classification of surgery, Gastroenterologists do perform such procedures as liver biopsy and endoscopic ("scope") examinations of the esophagus, stomach, small and large bowel. Also, the Gastroenterologist frequently works with surgeons before and after an operation in helping select the best operation for a particular patient, and in providing follow-up care relevant to the particular digestive disorder.

Answer 4

Most gastric surgery is performed by a General Surgeon.

The gastroenterologist examines and diagnoses disorders and diseases of the digestive system. Consults with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment. Recommends and orders tests to determine extent of illness or help diagnose condition.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Not unless you count endoscopic procedures as surgery. For the most part, that's the province of the general surgeon.

Answer 7

The most common procedures done by a gastroenterologist include EGD (esophogastroduodenoscopy), colonoscopy, and ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography). They also place PEG tubes (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tubes).