Services

Advanced Polypectomy is a procedure that enables a specialist to remove large polyps and polyps that are difficult to access from the large bowel - as both a preventative measure for bowel cancer and to help eliminate rectal bleeding, abdominal pain and bowel irregularities.

The National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (NBCSP) uses a test (FOBT) to detect microscopic amounts of blood in the stool and so helps to target that section of the population who may benefit most from having a colonoscopy. They are an effective way to save lives and studies that prove the tests work.

A colonoscopy is an examination of the lower part of the gastrointestinal tract known as the bowel. It is a safe procedure that provides valuable information that may not be available in other tests. The independent medical specialists who consult at the Centre are experts in performing quality colonoscopy procedures.

The independent medical specialists that the Centre supports consult at each of our locations or via telehealth appointment. The specialists ensure their patients leave with a treatment plan that addresses all their concerns, both medical and surgical, with a timeline for treatment and a cost-estimate.

The independent specialists that consult at the Centre for Gastrointestinal Health are able to perform oesophageal dilation (or stretching) where a small balloon or dilator device is inserted into the oesophagus and gradually inflated to expand the narrowed area which may have narrowed as a result of stomach acid and other irritants damaging the lining.

An endoscopy is the examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract using a small camera lens and light source. It is a safe procedure that allows us to help accurately diagnose issues in the area.

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce detailed images of the lining and walls of your digestive tract, chest and nearby organs.

ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) is a procedure that enables your Interventional Gastroenterologist to examine the pancreatic and bile ducts. Several of the independent medical specialists that the Centre supports have the skills and experience to undertake this specialist procedure.

The specialists we support recognise the impact IBS has on quality of life for their patients and they are up to date on the latest research and treatment options. They take a holistic approach to IBS symptoms and causes, and provide each of their patients with a comprehensive treatment plan.

Inflammatory bowel disease covers a range of disorders that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive tract including coeliac disease, ulcerative colitis and Chron’s disease. Treating IBD involves collaborative effort with a multidisciplinary approach. Dr Paramsothy, an independent specialist who consults at the Centre, is an expert in this area.

We support independent hepatologists who are specialists in the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases that affect the liver– some of these conditions include hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis of the liver, liver cancer and pancreatitis

We provide services to independent dieticians who offer nutrition and diet support services to their patients. They are experienced in the latest nutritional research and clinical studies to allow them to support a medical diagnosis.

The independent medical specialists we support at the Centre for Gastrointestinal Health offer a range of treatment options for haemorrhoids which may include topical treatments or minimally invasive non-surgical procedure.

Our Centre gives you access to experienced, on-site pathologists from Laverty to make it easy and convenient to have pathology services undertaken at the same time as your consultation.

The symptoms of perianal disease including pain, bleeding, discharge and itching can seem embarrassing and difficult to navigate. Your treating health practitioner can identify the serious cases of perianal symptoms and recommend appropriate treatment plans.

The independent medical specialists that we support are experts at the removal of the pre-cancerous growths (polyps) that line the large intestine.

We support independent specialist gastroenterologists who take a holistic approach to the treatment of reflux starting with effective identification of the cause followed by lifestyle modification recommendations and failing this medication and surgical options can be discussed.