What does a gastroenterologist do?

Gastroenterologists are doctors who are trained to diagnose and treat problems of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by a gastroenterologist?

Investigations like X-rays, CT scan, blood test, stool examination, Motility test to see how food moves through the particular's digestive system etc are usually required.

What's the difference between a surgical and a medical gastroenterologist?

A medical gastroenterlogist deals with the problems of gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver by medicines whereas a surgical gastroenterlogist deals with the disorders surgically.

What are the typical symptoms for gastroentrology problem?

Typical symptoms include Rectal bleeding, Underwear stains, Bowel movement urges that are hard to control, Gas, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Fatigue, Irritability, Weight loss, Itchy rashes and blisters.

Can you eat before seeing a gastroenterologist?

If you are undergoing a gastroscopy, don't eat anything for 6 to 8 hours before the procedure, and stop drinking 2 to 3 hours before the procedure.

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About Dr. Chen Harn Chin

Dr. Chen Harn Chin is a Gastroenterologist having experience of more than 12 years in this field.
He is adept in performing Colonoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), double Balloon enteroscopy, Oesophago-gastro duodenoscopy (OGDS), Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio-Pancreatography (ERCP), and Esophageal Colonic EMR Stenting.
His area of expertise is Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
He attained Fellowship in Endoscopic Ultrasound (2011) and in Advanced Therapeutic (2012) from Perth, Australia.
After completing BMed Sc. he did MD from University Putra Malaysia and MRCP from the United Kingdom in 2006.

Special Interest

Colonoscopy Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) Double Balloon Enteroscopy Oesophagogastroduodenoscopy (OGDS) Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio-Pancreatography (ERCP) Oesophageal Colonic EMR Stenting Gastroenterology/ Hepatology