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Partners in your digestive health

If you’re living with abdominal pain, heartburn, bloat, excessive gas and changes in your bowel habits, you don’t have to experience daily discomfort. These are common symptoms of digestive conditions, which affect millions of people in the US. These conditions can be complex to live through, affecting how and what you eat and causing lasting discomfort. But you can overcome your symptoms and enjoy life again.

Gastroenterology experts at Baylor Scott & White provide comprehensive care for digestive disorders of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver and intestines. We aim to treat the underlying cause of your symptoms, assist with managing or reducing them, and help you return to life without debilitating digestive discomfort.

Our approach to digestive diseases

At Baylor Scott & White, you have access to a dedicated team of digestive disease specialists focused on achieving symptom management or remission. We start with nonsurgical options whenever possible and use the latest diagnostic and treatment approaches, including participation in clinical trials, to give you the answers you need.

We provide compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique symptoms and experiences, with seamless coordination and high-quality services delivered across North and Central Texas. Our care includes thorough digestive disease support services and help with lifestyle adjustments, empowering you to return to life without disruptive symptoms.

  • Diagnosing digestive diseases with precision

    Pinpointing digestive diseases can be challenging because their symptoms are often similar. We use multiple approaches to reach a diagnosis, including noninvasive ultrasound technology, because we know the right diagnosis leads to more effective treatment. When needed, we use advanced endoscopic procedures to get a detailed understanding of your symptoms and concerns.

    We combine these technologies with a comprehensive range of diagnostic services for a complete picture of your digestive health.

  • Compassionate, collaborative digestive care

    No one should have to navigate life with a digestive disorder alone. Your digestive care team at Baylor Scott & White works with you to help you manage your symptoms.

    From the time your doctor makes an accurate diagnosis, our team will provide guidance and education about your digestive disorder and offer specific recommendations for improving your symptoms. If you have questions about your diagnosis or personalized treatment plan, you can always reach out to a member of your care team.

    Trust us to guide you through your care, from diagnosis to supportive follow-up communication.

  • Multidisciplinary approach to treatment

    Your digestive disease treatment involves experts from diverse specialties, including gastroenterology specialists, nutritionists and mental health professionals. Your care team works together and combines their expertise in caring for digestive diseases to treat your condition.

    When experts from various specialties work together, your treatment plan targets more than just your symptoms. We tailor your treatment by combining medication, dietary changes and alternative therapies, increasing your likelihood of symptom relief.

  • Collaborating with you for personalized care

    Your digestive care team works together to identify the cause of your symptoms and develop a treatment plan that will restore optimal digestive function and help you manage your condition with confidence and ease.

    Changes in the normal functioning of your digestive tract can disrupt how your body digests or breaks down food. We diagnose, treat and help you manage disorders that cause disruptions in your digestive system that lead to common symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, excessive gas, nausea and vomiting.

Digestive conditions we treat

You’ll find complete care for a wide range of digestive disorders at Baylor Scott & White. Our experienced gastroenterology (GI) specialists and surgeons treat many digestive tract disorders, including, but not limited to, autoimmune disorders, inflammation, gluten sensitivity and food intolerances.

Inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to a group of autoimmune disorders of the bowels which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. An overactive immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues in the intestines, leading to inflammation that causes severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, fatigue and many other symptoms.

Food intolerances

Also known as food sensitivities, food intolerances can trigger uncomfortable and, in some cases, life-threatening, allergic reactions after eating certain foods. Lactose intolerance , or the inability to digest a type of sugar found in dairy products, is one of the most common types of food intolerance.

Celiac disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which consuming gluten damages the small intestine. Different than a food intolerance or food allergy, celiac disease requires careful management of your diet and the support of a caring medical team.

Take our short digestive quiz to help determine if it's time to see a gastroenterologist.

Our digestive disease diagnostics and treatments

There is no one-size-fits-all plan for digestive diseases. Our team goes through a thorough diagnostic process with you, from your first exam through lab tests and imaging, to ensure we fully understand your symptoms, genetic history (if applicable) and other health concerns. Using that information, we’re able to tailor a treatment plan unique to your needs.

If clinical trials are available, you may have the opportunity to take part and gain access to innovative treatments for digestive diseases.

Our diagnostic test include:

Treatments range from medication management and support for lifestyle changes to surgical procedures performed by colorectal surgeons.

Find personalized digestive disease care near you

At Baylor Scott & White, we help you with digestive disease care at a location that fits your needs. We offer several locations for your care, including gastroenterology treatment centers in North and Central Texas. From diagnosis and treatment options to ongoing management, we're here to support your health with convenient access to the care you need, close to home.

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