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You should see a gastroenterologist if you experience persistent digestive symptoms lasting more than two weeks, including chronic heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, blood in your stool, or unexplained weight loss. The American College of Gastroenterology also recommends a screening colonoscopy beginning at age 45, or earlier if you have a family history of colorectal cancer. At Texas Gut Health in Sachse, TX, our board-certified gastroenterologist evaluates and treats the full range of digestive conditions.

A colonoscopy is a 30-to-60-minute outpatient procedure performed under sedation. You will not feel pain during the exam. Your gastroenterologist uses a thin, flexible camera to examine the lining of your colon for polyps, inflammation, or other abnormalities. Most patients rest for about 30 minutes afterward and can return to normal activities the next day. The preparation the day before — which involves a clear liquid diet and a bowel-cleansing solution — is the most involved part of the process.

The American Cancer Society recommends that adults at average risk for colorectal cancer begin screening at age 45. If you have a family history of colorectal cancer or polyps, your doctor may recommend starting earlier — typically 10 years before the age your relative was diagnosed, or at age 40, whichever comes first. Preparation typically begins 1 to 3 days before the procedure: you'll follow a low-fiber diet, switch to clear liquids the day before, and drink a prescribed bowel preparation solution. Detailed, personalized prep instructions are provided when you schedule your appointment at Texas Gut Health.

Texas Gut Health accepts most major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, and United Healthcare. We recommend calling our office at (214) 624-6596 to verify your specific plan before your visit. Our team is happy to help you understand your coverage and out-of-pocket costs so there are no surprises.

A gastroenterologist is a physician who has completed an additional 3-year fellowship in gastroenterology after internal medicine residency, with specialized training in diagnosing and treating conditions of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. While your primary care doctor can address general digestive concerns, a gastroenterologist has the advanced training and equipment to perform procedures like colonoscopy, endoscopy, and ERCP, and to manage complex conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, and GI cancers.

Yes. Texas Gut Health is currently accepting new patients at our Sachse, TX location. We serve patients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area including Sachse, Murphy, Wylie, Plano, Garland, and Rowlett. You can request an appointment by calling our office or using the online appointment request form on this website.