Endoscopy Center/GI

Our state-of-the-art endoscopy center offers three fully equipped, endoscopy suites. To facilitate treatment, the endoscopy center has computerized patient scheduling and direct access from the parking structure.

Examples of conditions treated:

Heartburn or GERD
Ulcers
Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases
Digestive disorders
Irritable bowel syndrome
Inflammatory bowel disease
Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis
Liver diseases (including viral hepatitis)
Gastrointestinal cancers
Pancreatic disease
Constipation
Diarrhea
Diverticulitis

Diagnosis and Treatment

Fortunately, many conditions can be easily diagnosed and treated. Treatment may be as simple as readjusting your dietary habits or taking antibiotics for a period of time to eliminate the infections. Sometimes a combination of medications and other treatments can help reduce or eliminate the problem. Other, more complicated problems may require additional, more tests before arriving at a definitive diagnosis. In certain cases, minimally invasive surgery may be required.

Some of the technology and diagnostic tools available at Alvarado Hospital include:

Endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Enteroscopy
X-ray studies
Colonic transit studies
Anoscopy
Radionuclide scans gastrointestinal bleeding
Visceral angiograms
Dilation for achalasia
Enteral metal and poly stenting
Other endoscopy/fluoroscopy combined cases
ERCP including complex stone/stricture management and lithotripsy

Physician Referral

Our Physician Referral Service can help you find a physician who meets your needs. To find a physician, simply click on the Physician Finder or call 800-ALVARADO (800-258-2723). Additional information regarding our programs and services is also available by calling our toll-free number.