Gastroenterology - Dignity Health - Templeton, CA

A gastroenterology doctor is a specialist with vast expertise in the complex world of digestive health. From the esophagus to the rectum, and including crucial organs like the liver, pancreas and gallbladder, their expertise covers the entire gastrointestinal tract. They are equipped to diagnose and treat a wide array of conditions, from common complaints like acid reflux and irritable bowel syndrome to more serious diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer.

Your primary care doctor may refer you to a gastroenterologist if you are experiencing persistent abdominal pain, chronic changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss, rectal bleeding or any other concerning digestive symptoms. Our Templeton GI experts have specialized knowledge and access to advanced diagnostic tools, such as upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, to ensure that you receive an accurate diagnosis and a tailored treatment plan.

At Templeton Specialty Center – Gastroenterology, your gastroenterologist will ask you in-depth questions about your symptoms, medical history and lifestyle. Then, they will perform a physical exam, which may include palpating your abdomen to check for tenderness, swelling or masses, and listening to your bowel sounds. Based on this information, your GI doctor will discuss potential diagnoses and recommend next steps.

Your care team includes experts in gastroenterology and hepatology (liver care). Our skilled physicians, advanced practice providers and staff are committed to providing exceptional gastrointestinal care using a comprehensive and personalized approach. In some cases, your doctor might refer you to a sub-specialist.

Our GI team cares for a wide variety of conditions that affect your digestive system, including:

• Abdominal pain

• Acid reflux

• Acute liver failure

• Acute pancreatitis

• Anal cancer

• Appendicitis

• Barrett’s esophagus

• Bowel obstruction

• Celiac disease

• Colon cancer

• Constipation

• Crohn’s disease

• Diarrhea

• E. coli

• Food intolerance

• Food poisoning

• Gallstones

• Gas and bloating

• Hemorrhoids

• Hepatitis

• Hernias

• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Pancreatic cancer

• Pancreatitis

• Rectal bleeding

• Ulcerative colitis

The specialists at Templeton Specialty Center offer a wide range of procedures, diagnostic tests and preventive screenings for your GI health, including: 

• Acid-reducing medicines

• Appendectomy

• Bowel resection

• Capsulotomy

• Colonoscopy and colon cancer screening

• Endoscopy

• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), also known as upper endoscopy 

• Gallbladder removal surgery

• Gastrectomy

• GERD radiofrequency treatments

• Hernia repair surgery

• Ileoanal anastomosis

• Ileostomy

• Paracentesis

• Sigmoidoscopy

At Templeton Specialty Center – Gastroenterology, we accept most insurance plans to ensure you have access to the care you need. Before your visit, we recommend confirming your insurance coverage, eligibility and benefits with your health plan.

If you have questions about the health insurance plans we accept, please contact our office. Staff members can answer your questions and help you prepare for your visit.