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The Gastrointestinal Motility Program offers comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of acid reflux and motility disorders of the entire gastrointestinal tract. Subspecialty-trained physicians apply the latest techniques and treatment, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Our physicians are experienced in the fields of acid reflux, motility, endoscopy and surgery.
In addition to routine evaluations, our gastroenterologists use advanced testing when diagnosing motility disorders such as high-resolution esophageal with impedance studies, 3-D high-resolution anorectal manometry, Bravo® pH testing, SmartPill testing and more. Patients have access to remedies that effectively treat motility disorders such as dietary modifications, endoscopy, radiofrequency (HALO) ablation, minimally invasive surgery and new clinical trials.
A barium swallow test (also known as an esophagram) is a type of X-ray that takes video images of the esophagus. This helps see the esophagus in action while swallowing. For this exam, a solution with barium is swallowed to coat your esophagus to help better see your throat and esophagus.
This test can help find the cause or condition for symptoms including nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, unexplained weight loss or swallowing problems.
Some conditions include:
Your gastroenterologist may refer you for a barium swallow test and it will be performed by a radiologist. This test may be part of a general upper gastrointestinal series of X-rays to screen for a range of causes.
Anyone dealing with gut issues knows how frustrating and uncomfortable it can be. Quick fixes, supplements and certain diet changes may not help.
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