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Ask a Gastroenterologist: Q & A's on Common Gastrointestinal Problems

Gastrointestinal problems can range from minor issues like indigestion to more serious conditions like inflammatory bowel disease.

Stuart Akerman MD - 7 Signs That Say You Need to See a GI Doctor

It is important to recognize when it is time to see a Gastroenterology (GI) doctor. If these seven signs sound familiar, book an appointment

Gastrointestinal Diseases - Common Types and Treatment Options

Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are a common occurrence and can affect anyone. A few typical GI disorders include hemorrhoids, colon cancer,

7 Foods That'll Tickle Your Tummy: Enhancing Digestion and Treating Acid Reflux

7 foods that you can start eating today to help with acid reflux and gut digestion

Constipation: Are You Fooled By The Rocks That I Got?

Constipation - everyone's favorite topic! Learn more about the signs and treatment from your favorite GI doctor

What's Bloating Got To Do With It?

Frustrated by bloating? Learn more about different causes and evaluation

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) - don't let it ruin your holiday meal

Watch my latest Vlog post to learn more about EoE - an esophageal disorder that can cause food to stick in your chest and trouble swallowing

Do you have questions about Chronic Pancreatitis?

A significant part of my practice is helping patients with all kind of problems with their pancreas - one of the major organs for digestion.

Living With Chronic Diarrhea - What If It's Not IBS?

I have seen many patients in my career carrying a diagnosis of IBS, not doing very well from a symptom-control standpoint, who undergo furth

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Addition of Non-Medicinal Treatments

Check out my recent interview with Alana Kessler, to discuss a complementary treatment approach to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

STUART AKERMAN, MD