University Gastroenterology


Outpatient gastroenterology practice providing diagnostic and therapeutic GI and liver care in Southern New England. Services include a broad range of endoscopic procedures, motility testing, liver stiffness measurement, infusion therapies, and patient-facing preparation, education, and billing services. The practice publishes procedure instructions and preparatory materials in multiple languages and provides a web-based patient portal and third-party financing options.

Industries

health-care
health-diagnostics
hospital-650c

Nr. of Employees

medium (51-250)

University Gastroenterology


Products

Colonoscopy

A procedure to examine the entire colon using a colonoscope to detect and remove polyps or tumors, requiring sedation.

Upper GI Endoscopy

A procedure using an endoscope to examine the upper gastrointestinal tract including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.

Anorectal Manometry

A test measuring anal sphincter function and rectal sensation by inserting a pressure-sensing probe into the rectum.

Capsule Endoscopy

A diagnostic procedure where a patient swallows a small camera capsule that captures images of the gastrointestinal tract.

ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)

A procedure combining endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat bile and pancreatic duct disorders.

Esophageal Manometry

A test measuring the pressure and muscle contractions in the esophagus to evaluate motility disorders.


Services

Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy offered in-office or at ambulatory endoscopy centers, including colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, EUS, flexible sigmoidoscopy and enteroscopy.

Capsule ingestion with external recorder to capture small intestine mucosal images for later clinician review.

Transient elastography-based liver stiffness and steatosis assessment as part of hepatology diagnostics.

Downloadable and language-specific bowel-preparation instructions and regimen-specific procedural guidance for patients.

Explanation of multi-source billing, collection of co-pays/deductibles, acceptance of major payment methods and facilitation of third-party patient financing; online payment via patient portal.

Expertise Areas

  • Endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
  • Small-bowel diagnostics (video capsule endoscopy)
  • Hepatic noninvasive assessment (transient elastography)
  • GI motility testing and physiologic monitoring
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Key Technologies

  • Video capsule endoscopy
  • Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
  • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • High-resolution manometry
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News & Updates

Article describing anesthesia support and role of CRNAs during endoscopic procedures.

Practice announcement recognizing GI nursing staff.

Fundraising event summary and community engagement.


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