Tag: digestive health specialists
In the healthcare industry, acts of compassion and exceptional care often go unnoticed. However, there are programs and initiatives that aim to recognize and honor healthcare professionals who have made a significant impact on patients’ lives. One such program is the Guardian Angel Pinning Program, which allows patients and caregivers to express their gratitude by […]
Hepatitis is a broad term for inflammation of the liver. There are various causes of hepatitis, but viral hepatitis is the main reason worldwide. There are five types of viral hepatitis: A, B, C, D, and E. Hepatitis B and C cause chronic liver disease that can lead to cirrhosis. Worldwide, 354 million people live […]
Maintaining good digestive health is vital for overall well-being, and men, just like women, can experience various digestive issues throughout their lives. In this article, we will explore some of the most common digestive health concerns that affect men, their symptoms, risk factors, and steps you can take to promote a healthier digestive system. By […]
UPDATE 6/1/2023: As of Thursday, June 1st UnitedHealthcare confirmed that starting this month, it will no longer require “prior authorizations” for patients with commercial plans seeking non-screening colonoscopies and other gastroenterology endoscopy services. Instead, they are requiring “advance notification” for such services. While yes, as of now we are not required to submit a prior […]
As the old adage goes, “An apple a day…” Does an apple a day keep IBD under bay? Let’s delve into what we know about inflammatory bowel disease when it comes to nutrition and lifestyle. IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and Nutrition: The main thing to remember is that there is no single common diet suitable […]
April 19th is National “Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Day.” IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder that has gotten much attention over the last few months as this topic has taken TikTok by storm. Videos with the hashtag IBS garnered over 1.6 billion views. The awareness this has gained can certainly be beneficial as IBS can not […]
Colorectal cancer is now the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States among men and women combined, accounting for over 52,000 lives lost per year. It is expected that more than 153,000 more people will be diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023. And although there is an 89% survival rate when this cancer […]
Laura Heath is the newest histotechnologist to join the Digestive Health Specialists Pathology Laboratory. She transitioned from the Winston-Salem Endoscopy Center to the Pathology Laboratory at the end of November 2022. As the newest member of the team, we wanted to ask her a few questions. What attracted you to pathology? I used to love […]
You have a referral to have endoscopic ultrasonography or EUS. The first thought going through your head may be, what? And the second, why? In this article, we answer these and additional questions about EUS. What is a EUS? Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) allows your doctor to examine your esophageal and stomach linings, as well as, […]
We are excited to announce that we will be officially opening our new office! We will start seeing patients at 195 Kimel Park Dr. on: Monday, July 10th, 2023. Our Winston-Salem location will be closed on Friday, July 7th. However, our other four locations (Kernersville, King, Tanglewood, and Thomasville) will remain open, and continue to […]