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Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas is recognized as a leading center for the prevention, screening, diagnosis and care of digestive conditions. In 2007, the hospital's Digestive Health services were recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of "The Best Digestive Disorders" specialty programs.
Digestive health medical staff physicians perform clinical and technologically advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for digestive disorders associated with the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, colon, rectum and anus.
At Texas Health Dallas, there is an interdisciplinary approach among gastroenterologists, biliary endoscopists, interventional radiologists, pathologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and surgeons on the medical staff. A broad spectrum of care is available:
- Prevention, including education and screenings
- Advanced diagnostic and imaging services like BRAVO pH studies, capsule endoscopy, ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) and endoscopic ultrasound
- Advanced care for digestive diseases including endoscopic procedures, liver ablation, and the Whipple procedure (surgical pancreatic resection)
- Participation in research and clinical trials
- Support group meetings and referrals to support organizations
For more information, or for a referral to a digestive health specialist, call 1-877-THR-WELL (1-877-847-9355).
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