Gastroenterologists in Westwood, NJ
Living with chronic GI issues like acid reflux, stomach pain or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can wear on both your physical and mental health. Pascack Valley Medical Center’s gastroenterology specialists are here to help, offering you exceptional digestive care you can depend on. Our GI doctors are committed to working with you to design a health plan specific to you and your needs. No matter what type of GI care you need, we will ensure you receive exceptional care from our team of gastroenterologists.
GI Conditions We Treat
The gastrointestinal tract is more than just your stomach and intestines. It also includes the esophagus, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. Because of the complexity of the system, there are a range of conditions that can affect these different organs and cause discomfort in your daily life. Our GI specialists are able to diagnose and treat many of them, including:
- Acid reflux (heartburn)
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Biliary tract disorder
- Celiac disease
- Chronic constipation
- Crohn’s disease
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty swallowing
- Diverticular disease
- Dyspepsia
- Gallstones
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Hepatitis
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Internal and external hemorrhoids
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
- Ulcerative colitis
Please call us to learn more about how we can treat your particular GI condition.
Our Gastroenterology Services
Our gastroenterologists provide a range of services designed to diagnose and treat illnesses that affect the digestive tract. Some of our procedures and tests include:
- Bacterial overgrowth testing
- Colonoscopies
- Endoscopies
- Flexible sigmoidoscopies
- SIBO testing
- Stool-based lab testing
Screening for Colon Cancer
We know that receiving a colonoscopy is not what anyone wants to do, but it is one of the most valuable preventive care procedures we can offer. Colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer if it is caught early or in the pre-cancer stage via colonoscopy.
It’s recommended that you schedule your first colonoscopy at age 45, and continue to be screened every ten years after, unless you have other risk factors, or if a potential malignancy is found. Contact us to learn more about why colon screening is so important, and how you can schedule your appointment today.