Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition

As the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, we care for common to complex digestive disorders through a variety of subspecialty clinical programs.

About the Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Division

The digestive system is crucial for overall health and well-being. Our Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition team diagnose and treat diseases that affect parts of the digestive tract.

These specialists play a vital role in:

  • Maintaining digestive health.
  • Preventing and treating digestive diseases.
  • Improving quality of life for patients with digestive disorders.

With more than 74 health care providers, the division is growing to support our patients with their digestive health.

Why choose AHN Gastroenterology?

We treat a variety of digestive, liver, and pancreatic disorders including gastric reflux, diarrhea, constipation, Crohn’s disease, cancers of the digestive system, GERD, gastroparesis, and IBS. Through comprehensive and compassionate care, our expert team gives you access to:

  • Multidisciplinary care: Through a cross-functional approach, we are using groundbreaking therapies for treatment including hyperbaric oxygen therapy for hard-to-treat diseases. AHN Gastroenterology also works with other specialties such as behavioral health and addiction medicine to focus on whole health treatment.
  • Nutrition: The division has its own nutritional team to help patients with tailoring new or changing dietary needs.
  • Advanced evaluations: We use high-resolution esophageal manometry (HRM) and anorectal manometry to get you on the right path to treatment efficiently and effectively.
  • Gastroenterology Fellowship Program: The program offers procedures including gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy (G-POEM) and transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) treatment options that are state of the art GI innovations and minimally invasive. 

Treating digestive health issues

Your digestive health affects your overall health and well-being. We see you and your needs. Your team within AHN’s Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition will review your individual needs to provide a thorough treatment plan that addresses your specific digestive health issues.

Diagnosing digestive disorders starts with a physical examination and reviewing your medical history. To get a full picture of your health, we’ll order blood tests and imaging studies including ultrasounds and CT scans, and endoscopic procedures, possibly including a biopsy. Since your digestive health is unique to you, options for treatment vary depending on your needs. Those may include: medications, lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, and/or endoscopic procedures.

Hepatology and liver transplants

Hepatology is a specialized area of medicine that focuses on the liver. AHN hepatologists work closely with patients to monitor their liver function, manage symptoms, and prevent complications. They also play a crucial role in identifying patients who may be candidates for liver transplantation.

A liver transplant is a complex surgical procedure that involves replacing a diseased liver with a healthy one from a deceased donor. It is a life-saving option for patients with end-stage liver failure, a condition where the liver can no longer perform its essential functions. AHN liver surgeons are at the forefront for using innovative treatments and approaches when it comes to liver transplants. From 2023, AHN liver transplant surgeons performed more than 60 successful liver transplants; that is the highest number performed since the area was created.

Your care team within AHN hepatology and liver transplants is here to help you through this with education, understanding, and expertise.

Nutrition plans and support

When you have a gastrointestinal or digestive disorder, the right nutritional support and planning can help in your treatment plan and make it easier for you to enjoy foods safely and comfortably. AHN offers our nutritional services for gastrointestinal disorders. Thes