Browsing articles from "June, 2010"

Let’s Not Complicate Surgery with Infections


Jun 25, 2010
by Dr. Bergein Overholt
Blog, Health Care Record
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At Gastrointestinal Associates, we take infection control measures very seriously. We are so committed to this, in fact, that we have never experienced a single infection in our centers as a result of an endoscopic procedure since we began the very first gastrointestinal ambulatory surgery center in 1986. That is a remarkable record, and we are quite proud of it. Read more >>

A Closer Look at Crohn’s Disease


Jun 8, 2010
by Dr. Raj I. Narayani
Blog, Bowel, Colon Health, Colonoscopy, Crohn’s disease, Diet, Patient Care
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Crohn’s disease, an inflammatory bowel disorder, is a chronic inflammation of the intestinal wall that may affect any part of the digestive tract. Crohn’s has become more common in the past few decades, and chances are you know someone with the disease. Read more >>

Hemorrhoids: What a Pain!


Jun 1, 2010
by Dr. Charles OConnor
Blog, Colon Cancer, Diet, Hemorrhoids, Patient Care
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Hemorrhoids, which are basically varicose veins of the rectum, occur when veins in the anal canal or lower rectum become swollen or inflamed. While many people joke about hemorrhoids, this painful condition is no laughing matter. Read more >>