Gastroenterologists

Gastroenterology

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to see internal organs.

Reprinted from "Which Medical Specialist For You" Revised, April 2002. The American Board of Medical Specialties. Research & Education Foundation.