Learn about GI Cancer Screenings and how they can help you. Download PDF Topic Question Highlights Discussion of GI Cancer Screenings (CRC, esophageal, pancreatic, liver) For screening to be effective, the purpose must not be to only discover cancer but to PREVENT...
This is a question we often receive in our practice. There is limited data from clinical research on the effectiveness of probiotics and these are not standardized formulations. However, there are some probiotic preparations with promise in preventing or treating...
The Gastro Clinic of Acadiana is excited to offer a new non-surgical treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) called Stretta. GERD symptoms can vary and include heartburn, regurgitation, chest pain, swallowing problems, asthma or chronic cough and...
Many of you have undoubtedly seen news articles referencing a German study that was recently published in JAMA Neurology (JAMA Neurol. Published online February 15, 2016.jamaneurol.2015.4791) that describes an association of proton pump Inhibitors with an increased...
The more you can reveal to your doctor, the better he/she will be able to identify a treatment that‘s right for you. Keep a journal, if necessary, prior to your appointment. You are not alone. Your doctor has heard these symptoms before and knows which questions to...
Our office is doing a “Get Lean in 2016” challenge and we’d like to challenge you to do it, too! You can download the same plan that we’re doing in our office and you can do it in your home with family members or at your office with your staff....
1 tsp corn flour, mixed with a little cold water 2 eggs, beaten 2 ½ quarts chicken stock (low sodium) 1 small can of cream of corn (low sodium) 2 large skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces ½ celery stalk, minced Parsley (optional) In a large stockpot,...
Now that we finally have some cold weather….How about some chili?? This recipe is quick, easy (especially if you buy the already chopped veggies), healthy and delicious. 1 large onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 lb. ground beef 1 can diced tomatoes – no salt 1...
Are you 50 or older? Do you or a family member have a history or colon polyps or colorectal cancer? Please call your Gastroenterologist today to make an appointment for a screening. Colorectal cancer, (cancer of the colon or rectum) is the fourth most common cancer...
How you doing with that? Did you set unrealistic goals? No goals? It’s not too late to make or change your New Year’s Resolution. Try making one that is realistic. One that is specific, measurable, achievable, and short term with a long term goal in the end. Let’s say...
