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High Quality Care & Management Of Digestive Diseases
- General Info
We offer an non-surgical alternative weight loss program managed endoscopically called the Orbera(R) weight loss system.
At the Centre for G I Health, we provide diagnosis and treatment of the entire digestive system including hepatobiliary diseases and disorders of the pancreas. Our doctors are able to provide a one to one consultation to discuss health issues and advice to suit individual needs.
Upper GI Gastroscopy: This is an investigation (using an endoscope) of the upper gastrointestinal tract (i.e., oesophagus, stomach and duodenum) to determine the existence of ulcers, Barret's oesophagus and other problems.
- ABN
- 29 100 707 168
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- Keywords
- Digestive, Diseases, Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal, Management, digestive system, gastrointestinal tract, hepatobiliary, oesophagus, stomach
FAQs
Who is a gastroenterologist?
A gastroenterologist is a doctor who specialises in diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive organs. The digestive organs include the digestive tract organs oesophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine as well as the related organs the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
Do I need a referral to make an appointment?
Most medical specialists will accept only referred patients. This is partly to try to ensure that the specialist you are seeing is appropriate for you and your condition, and also because Medicare pays higher rebates for specialist services if you have been referred.
What are the common problems evaluated by a gastroenterologist?
Problems associated with the following areas are normally evaluated by a gastroenterologist: Abdominal pain Persistent nausea and vomiting Diarrhoea Constipation Rectal bleeding Heartburn Swallowing trouble Weight loss Jaundice.