What To Expect During a Gastroenterologist Visit

Calabasas Advanced Gastroenterology and Dr. Parviz Gholami provide comprehensive care when you need a gastroenterologist in Calabasas, CA. If you have never seen a gastroenterologist, keep reading about what to expect at your first appointment and contact us to schedule an appointment.

What Is a Gastroenterologist? Do I Need One?

Your gastrointestinal system is responsible for the essential functions of digesting your food and absorbing nutrients, as well as expelling waste. A gastroenterologist is a doctor of internal medicine that specializes in diagnosing and treating issues and diseases of the digestive tract.

Gastroenterologists are trained in endoscopic procedures like colonoscopies that allow them to examine and treat the digestive tract, so if you have had chronic digestive problems your stomach doctor can help with a proper diagnosis and treatment. Some common reasons patients seek out a gastroenterologist include:

• Acid reflux
• Heartburn
• Abdominal pain
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Changes in bowel movements (constipation or diarrhea)
• Colon polyps
• Colon cancer

If you are having any of these issues or have concerns about your gastrointestinal health, keep track of your symptoms and bring that information to your first visit.

What Will the First Visit Be Like?

When you come to our gastroenterologist in Calabasas, CA, our doctor will want to discuss your GI concerns as well as your health history, and possibly your family's health history. Come to the appointment with as much information as you can, and any questions you have about your digestive system.

Share all your concerns and symptoms with your stomach doctor. Whether you are concerned about your gut health, hemorrhoids, or bowel movements -- we have heard it all so don't shy away from any concerns. After a conversation and physical examination, your gastroenterologist may recommend diagnostic tests or procedures like an endoscopy or colonoscopy to examine the inside of your digestive tract, which will be scheduled after your initial visit.

Make an Appointment

Calabasas Advanced Gastroenterology is where to go when you need the help of a gastroenterologist in Calabasas, CA. Contact us today to make an appointment with Dr. Parviz Gholami at (818) 696-8840.