Gastroenterology - Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton, CA

A gastroenterologist specializes in caring for the digestive system. They also help prevent problems through screenings like colonoscopies and offer guidance to support long-term digestive health.

Common symptoms of GI disorders include: 

• Abdominal pain

• Bleeding from the digestive tract

• Bloating

• Constipation

• Diarrhea

• Difficulty breathing or swallowing

• Regurgitation

If you have any of these symptoms, ask your primary care doctor if you need a GI referral.

Our board-certified gastroenterologists at Dignity Health Medical Group – Stockton treat these conditions: 

• Barrett’s esophagus

• Cirrhosis

• Crohn’s disease

• Diseases of the small intestine

• Diverticulitis

• Esophagitis

• Fatty liver

• Gastritis

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• GI bleeding (upper and lower)

• Helicobacter pylori (stomach infection)

• Hepatitis

• Pancreatitis

• Peptic Ulcers

• Tumors (benign and malignant) of the GI tract, such as esophageal, gastric and colon cancers

• Ulcerative colitis

At Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton, our board-certified gastroenterologists perform a range of GI procedures, including:

• Colonoscopy

• Endoscopic hemostatic therapy

• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

• Endoscopic stenting

• Endoscopy of the lower digestive tract

• Endoscopy of upper digestive tract (esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD))

• Enteroscopy

• Esophageal dilation

• Polypectomy

• Percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy (PEG)

During your appointment, the provider reviews your symptoms, medical history and overall health. They may perform a gentle abdominal exam and discuss possible tests or treatments. This visit is a chance to ask questions, talk about concerns and create a plan that supports your digestive well-being.

Most major health insurance plans cover endocrinology and gastroenterology visits and testing when medically necessary. Coverage may vary based on your plan and whether they require a referral. Our team at Dignity Health Medical Group – Stockton can help verify insurance coverage, explain benefits and assist with scheduling your appointment. You can reach us at (209) 546-5200.

Dignity Health Medical Group – Stockton accepts many major health insurance plans. We recommend confirming your insurance coverage, eligibility and benefits before your visit. If you have questions about the health insurance plans we accept, please call our office at (209) 546-5200. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have.