The digestive system is the group of organs that break down food so your body can absorb its nutrients. Everything in your body needs these nutrients from the digestive process to work correctly. Digestive diseases are disorders of the digestive tract, which is also called the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.      

Gastroenterology (GI) is the branch of medicine dedicated to treating diseases and conditions affecting the gastrointestinal or digestive system. Gastroenterologists, also known as "GI doctors" are experts on the digestive system and how it works.      

What can I expect at my appointment with SIU Medicine?

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Advanced Research-Based Health Care

Through funding and grants, our researchers investigate important questions to find solutions, develop treatment plans and work toward cures. We want to improve health care for the next generation. SIU Medicine’s academic medicine settings offer a breeding ground for some of the most well-known innovations, medical discoveries and standard clinical practices.    
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Access to Clinical Trials

Our medical team has access to the latest medical research and clinical trials for digestive health disorders. We are continually researching, writing and reading the latest evidence-based medical studies. Our doctors are able to provide patients with advanced treatments and technology. This “behind the scenes” work can make a critical difference in your digestive health outcome.
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Improved Care Coordination

We provide numerous services under one roof at SIU Medicine. Whether you’re having a colonoscopy or experiencing symptoms of acid reflux, you’ll receive specialized care from our teams. We also offer minimally invasive robotic colon and rectal surgery for severe digestive health issues. Our mission is to bring the best medical care and services to all patients of our 66-county region that spans central and southern Illinois.

We Specialize in the Following Areas (and more):

  • Acid Reflux 
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Cirrhosis - Liver Disease 
  • Colonoscopy 
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diverticulitis 
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Hemorrhoids 
  • Hepatitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Robotic Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Stomach Pain 
  • Ulcerative Colitis
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