Specialties & Services

Digestive Services

When dealing with gastrointestinal problems, top-notch care close to home is hugely convenient when prioritizing your health. BJC HealthCare physicians are among the top gastrointestinal doctors in the region. They offer care from routine colonoscopies to treatment for complex digestive diseases.

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Why choose us for digestive care?

Our experienced gastroenterologists diagnose and treat thousands of patients with digestive diseases each year, from acid reflux to liver cancer. We offer:  

  • Innovative techniques: Our physicians use advanced techniques and state-of-the-art tools. We offer multiple diagnostic tools, like endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), wireless pH testing, and radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Our surgeons also use robotic surgery to reduce discomfort after surgery.  
  • High patient satisfaction ratings: Hospitals in our system earn recognition for high patient satisfaction, high level of support, and low readmission rates. 
  • Experienced specialists: Our doctors perform more than 10,000 outpatient surgeries, including endoscopic procedures, each year. Our extensive experience translates to superior outcomes.  
  • Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols: This innovative care program for colon cancer surgeries aims to help you recover faster with less pain. 
  • Research and academic involvement: Our clinical, research, and training programs gain wide recognition for their sustained contributions to the field. You benefit from access to the latest therapies delivered by experienced clinicians. 

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Our highly trained team of specialists offer advanced treatments as well as compassionate, personalized care. 

Digestive care testing & treatments

Our board-certified gastroenterologists and hepatologists (liver specialists) have more than 50 years of experience in treatment, research, and training for digestive tract diseases including Crohn’s disease, esophageal disorders, gallstones, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and liver disease. 

Colonoscopy
Your doctor uses a long, flexible tube with a camera to examine your large intestine.

Upper Endoscopy

Your doctor uses a long, flexible tube with a camera to evaluate the upper portion of your digestive tract. You may need an upper endoscopy to help diagnose a digestive disease.

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)

 Screening for pancreatic cancer is one of the main uses of endoscopic ultrasound. EUS allows the gastroenterologist to obtain high-resolution images of your digestive organs and surrounding blood vessels and tissue.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

 This test combines X-ray and the use of an endoscope and can diagnose problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas.

Wireless pH testing

 A minimally invasive test to help your provider diagnose symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)

 RFA is a minimally invasive endoscopic treatment for abnormal tissue such as Barrett’s esophagus. The tissue is exposed to heat energy and destroyed.

Robotic surgery

 Performed by specially trained surgeons, this technology is commonly used in abdominal procedures like gallbladder, hernia, and kidney surgeries. It can provide patients with an easier and quicker recovery.

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