Gastroenterology
Gastroenterologists focus on the treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and digestive system, including a range of organs starting at the mouth and ending at the rectum.
Gastrointestinal (GI) specialists in Fredericksburg, Texas
We help make sure you don't have to settle for living with gastric pain and discomfort.
At Methodist Hospital Hill Country, our dedicated team of experienced gastroenterologists are well versed in evaluating, diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive tract, including those affecting the bowel, colon, esophagus, gallbladder, small and large intestines, liver, pancreas, rectum and stomach.
Digestive care in Fredericksburg, TX
Our digestive internist experts treat all digestive tract (GI) issues, including esophageal, stomach, intestine, colon, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas problems.
Common services and treatments we provide include:
- Colonoscopies
- Colon surgery
- Endoscopies
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
- Gastrointestinal surgery
- Liver biopsies
Gastrointestinal surgery
Sometimes the only treatment for your gastrointestinal condition is surgery. If you require surgery, a gastroenterologist will work with a surgeon to help you get the most appropriate and effective surgery possible.
EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy)
Our experts regularly conduct EGDs, an examination of the upper GI tract from the esophagus to the first part of the small intestine using a fiber optic instrument. During the procedure, we sedate you so that they remain calm and relaxed during the exam.
You may need to schedule an EGD if you're experiencing one or more of the following symptoms:
- Black or tarry stools
- Difficulty swallowing
- Pain in the upper abdomen
- Persistent heartburn
Colon health
Our dedicated gastroenterologists specialize in performing colonoscopies. Through a brief examination, we can detect colon cancer, which has a high chance of successful treatment if caught early. As a precautionary measure, we advise everyone aged 45 and above to have their colons regularly examined.
Renew – Enhanced Recovery for Colon Surgery
Our proprietary Renew program provides total colon care from renowned colon surgeons. Offering transparent preoperative education to a seamless procedure and remarkable recovery, Renew was designed from the ground up to provide the least invasive and most manageable process possible. Our caring, compassionate colon surgeons are fully focused on you, applying effective pain management, advanced technology and a refined process to offer the best possible experience. Features of the program include:
- Dedicated nurses trained to work with those undergoing colon surgery
- Emphasis on a speedy return to normal eating and physical activity
- Minimally invasive and pharmacologic advancements
- Nurse navigator-care oversight and patient advocate
- Optimal pain management
- Private patient rooms
- Preoperative patient education
Looking for a Location?
Our Gastroenterology Locations