Residents of Anaheim have several healthcare systems available to them, including Providence, Encompass Health, and Kindred Health. Kaiser Permanente also has several high-performing facilities in the area. The Anaheim VA Clinic, a part of the VA Long Beach Healthcare System’s seven community-based outpatient clinics, offers care to veterans living in Anaheim.
UCI Health is a level-1 adult and level-2 pediatric trauma center. For the sixteenth consecutive year, UCI Health was awarded an A rating by the Leapfrog Group for patient safety. U.S. News nationally ranks UCI Medical Center in three adult specialties, including:
CHOC Children’s hospital offers some of California’s best pediatric care within four miles of Anaheim. U.S. News regionally ranks CHOC Children’s Hospital #5 in California and seven children’s specialties, including:
Gastroenterologists (GIs) are physicians that specialize in treating your gastrointestinal (GI) health needs.
Your GI tract includes your mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus.
A GI physician is licensed to diagnose and treat common syndromes such as:
GI specialists also perform diagnostic procedures such as:
What procedures do gastroenterologists perform?
GI specialists can perform the following procedures:
This isn't an exhaustive list. Get in touch with your local GI specialist to learn more about their full range of services.
What conditions do gastroenterologists treat?
GI specialists may treat the following conditions:
This list of conditions isn't exhaustive, either. Talk to a GI specialist for more information on getting a GI condition diagnosed and treated.
What should I ask a gastroenterologist?
Here are some examples of both general and specific questions to ask a GI specialist during your appointment:
