{"id":248,"date":"2024-06-06T20:07:24","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T20:07:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/?post_type=specialities&#038;p=248"},"modified":"2026-09-07T09:08:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T09:08:39","slug":"gastroenterology","status":"publish","type":"specialities","link":"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/specialities\/gastroenterology\/","title":{"rendered":"Gastroenterology"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specialist-digestive-health-endoscopy-colonoscopy-liver-care-and-nutrition-support-close-to-home-in-al-dhafra\"><strong><strong><strong>Specialist\u00a0Digestive Health, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Liver Care, and Nutrition Support Close to Home in Al Dhafra.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra provides gastroenterology consultations, digestive health assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, GERD care, IBS management, liver disease assessment, nutrition support, and selected non-surgical weight loss procedures such as gastric balloon insertion when clinically\u00a0appropriate. The department supports patients across Al Dhafra with diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/patientportal.burjeelholdings.com\/home\/login?brandName=burjeel&amp;_gl=1*1xtzaye*_gcl_au*NDU3MTgwMTg4LjE3ODY2ODk2NTk.*_ga*NDM0NDgyNzI1LjE3ODY2ODk2NjA.*_ga_MHMXJJ2TX5*czE3ODc1NzY1ODQkbzckZzEkdDE3ODc1ODg3MTEkajYwJGwwJGgw\" style=\"background-color:#800e4f\"><strong>Book Appointment<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button whatsapp-button\">\n    <a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\"\n       href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/+97180055\"\n       target=\"_blank\"\n       rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n       aria-label=\"WhatsApp\">\n\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2026\/08\/icons8-whatsapp-48.png\"\n             alt=\"WhatsApp\"\n             class=\"whatsapp-icon\">\n\n        <span>Whatsapp<\/span>\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-services-does-the-gastroenterology-department-at-burjeel-day-surgery-centre-offer\"><strong><strong><strong>What Services Does the Gastroenterology Department at\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre Offer?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">The Gastroenterology Department at\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra evaluates and manages conditions affecting the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, colon, liver, biliary system, pancreas, and nutrition-related concerns. Services include gastroenterology consultation, upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, GERD and IBS care, liver disease assessment, IBD management, clinical nutrition support,\u00a0FibroScan\u00a0assessment, and selected non-surgical weight loss procedures such as gastric balloon insertion when suitable.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conditions-we-assess-and-manage\"><strong><strong><strong>Conditions We Assess and Manage<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">Our Gastroenterology team evaluates and manages a wide range of digestive and liver concerns, from acidity, reflux, stomach pain, bloating, and bowel habit changes to IBS, IBD, fatty liver, abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis B follow-up, colon cancer screening needs, and selected weight management concerns. Each patient is assessed individually to\u00a0determine\u00a0whether lifestyle guidance, medication, endoscopy, colonoscopy, nutrition support,\u00a0FibroScan, gastric balloon assessment, or referral within the wider\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0network is\u00a0appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-acidity-gerd-and-upper-digestive-symptoms\"><strong><strong><strong>Acidity, GERD, and Upper Digestive Symptoms<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12001\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Acidity-GERD-and-Upper-Digestive-Symptoms.png 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Acidity, reflux, heartburn, nausea, upper abdominal discomfort, and swallowing symptoms may be linked to GERD, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, H. pylori infection, or other upper GI conditions. The Gastroenterology team evaluates symptoms and recommends testing or treatment based on clinical assessment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Acidity and GERD assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gastritis treatment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>H. pylori diagnosis and treatment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peptic ulcer assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper abdominal pain evaluation\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-endoscopy-and-gastroscopy\"><strong><strong><strong>Endoscopy and Gastroscopy<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12002\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Endoscopy-and-Gastroscopy.png 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Upper GI endoscopy, also called gastroscopy, allows the gastroenterologist to examine the\u00a0oesophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine when symptoms or test results require direct evaluation. It may be recommended for reflux symptoms, persistent stomach pain, vomiting, bleeding symptoms, or suspected ulcers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Therapeutic endoscopy\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gastroscopy\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluation of ulcers and gastritis\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessment of persistent upper GI symptoms\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-colonoscopy-and-colon-cancer-screening\"><strong><strong><strong>Colonoscopy and Colon Cancer Screening<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12003\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Colonoscopy-and-Colon-Cancer-Screening.png 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Colonoscopy helps evaluate the colon and rectum and may be used for symptoms such as bleeding, change in bowel habits, chronic\u00a0diarrhoea, abdominal pain, or screening for colorectal cancer. The need and timing of colonoscopy depend on symptoms, age, risk factors, and specialist assessment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Colonoscopy\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colon cancer screening\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower GI endoscopy\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessment of rectal bleeding\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change in bowel habit evaluation\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ibs-bloating-and-digestive-problems\"><strong><strong><strong>IBS, Bloating, and Digestive Problems\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12004\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/IBS-Bloating-and-Digestive-Problems.png 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Digestive concerns such as bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort, constipation,\u00a0diarrhoea, and irritable bowel syndrome can affect daily life. The Gastroenterology Department helps assess symptoms,\u00a0identify\u00a0warning signs, and\u00a0guide\u00a0treatment, diet, and follow-up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IBS assessment and treatment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flatulence and bloating evaluation\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digestive problems assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gut health guidance\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diet and symptom review\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-inflammatory-bowel-disease\"><strong><strong><strong>Inflammatory Bowel Disease\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12005\" style=\"width:299px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Inflammatory-Bowel-Disease.png 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Inflammatory bowel disease includes Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis. These conditions may cause\u00a0diarrhoea, abdominal pain, bleeding, weight changes, or fatigue. Patients may need specialist evaluation, colonoscopy, laboratory testing, medication planning, and long-term follow-up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crohn\u2019s disease assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ulcerative colitis treatment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IBD follow-up\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colonoscopy when indicated\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication and monitoring plans\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-liver-biliary-and-pancreatic-disorders\"><strong><strong>Liver, Biliary, and Pancreatic Disorders\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"1254\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12006\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders.png 1254w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Liver-Biliary-and-Pancreatic-Disorders-96x96.png 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Liver-related concerns may include abnormal liver function tests, fatty liver disease, hepatitis B follow-up, liver fibrosis risk, and selected biliary or pancreatic disorders. The department supports diagnosis, monitoring,\u00a0FibroScan\u00a0assessment where\u00a0appropriate, and specialist treatment planning.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Liver specialist assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liver function test review\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fatty liver assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hepatitis B follow-up\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FibroScan\u00a0for fatty liver grading and liver fibrosis staging\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nutrition-weight-management-and-gastric-balloon\"><strong>Nutrition, Weight Management, and Gastric Balloon\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12007\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/burjeel.com\/bdscaldhafra\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2024\/06\/Nutrition-Weight-Management-and-Gastric-Balloon.png 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Gastroenterology care may include nutrition review, therapeutic clinical nutrition follow-up, and selected non-surgical weight loss procedures such as gastric balloon insertion when clinically\u00a0appropriate. Suitability depends on specialist assessment, patient goals, medical history, and safety considerations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nutrition and weight management consultations\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clinical nutrition follow-up\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gastric balloon assessment\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-surgical weight loss procedure planning\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow-up after gastric balloon insertion\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gastroenterology-tests-amp-services\"><strong><strong><strong>Gastroenterology Tests &amp; Services<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table p-3 rounded-10\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Test \/ Service<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What It Involves<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Upper GI endoscopy \/ gastroscopy\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Diagnostic or therapeutic examination of the\u00a0oesophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine when clinically\u00a0indicated.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Colonoscopy\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Lower GI endoscopy\u00a0used\u00a0to evaluate colon symptoms or support colorectal cancer screening based on age, symptoms, and risk factors.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Endoscopic evaluation and selected treatment procedures for gastrointestinal conditions when suitable.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GERD and acidity management\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Assessment and treatment planning for reflux, acidity, heartburn, and related upper digestive symptoms.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>H. pylori and gastritis care\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Evaluation and treatment planning for suspected H. pylori infection, gastritis, or peptic ulcer symptoms.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IBS and digestive symptom management\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Assessment of abdominal discomfort, bloating,\u00a0diarrhoea, constipation, and diet-related digestive concerns.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IBD care\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Evaluation and follow-up for Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis, including investigations and treatment planning.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Liver disease assessment\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Review of liver symptoms, liver function tests, fatty liver, hepatitis B follow-up, and related liver concerns.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>FibroScan\u00a0assessment\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Assessment of fatty liver grading and liver fibrosis staging when clinically\u00a0appropriate.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nutrition and weight management\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>Clinical nutrition review, therapeutic nutrition follow-up, and assessment for selected non-surgical weight loss options such as gastric\u00a0balloon.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-choose-burjeel-day-surgery-centre-for-gastroenterology-in-al-dhafra\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why Choose\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre for Gastroenterology in Al Dhafra?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-local-digestive-health-specialist\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Local digestive health specialist<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Access to a gastroenterology specialist closer to home for residents of Al Dhafra and western Abu Dhabi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-endoscopy-and-colonoscopy-care\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Endoscopy and colonoscopy care<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy services, including colonoscopy for screening and symptom evaluation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-liver-and-nutrition-expertise\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Liver and nutrition\u00a0expertise<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Assessment of liver disease, fatty liver grading, liver fibrosis staging using\u00a0FibroScan, and clinical nutrition follow-up.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-burjeel-nbsp-network-support-nbsp\"><strong><strong><strong>Burjeel&nbsp;network support<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Specialist follow-up locally with access to the wider\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0network when advanced or multidisciplinary care is\u00a0required.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869316716\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1) <strong><strong><strong><strong>When should I see a gastroenterologist in Al Dhafra?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You should consider seeing a gastroenterologist if you have persistent acidity, reflux, stomach pain, bloating, vomiting, blood in stool, change in bowel habits, chronic\u00a0diarrhoea, constipation, liver test abnormalities, or unexplained weight changes. Early assessment can help\u00a0identify\u00a0the cause and\u00a0guide\u00a0treatment.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869342919\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2) <strong><strong><strong>Is endoscopy available at\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra?\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The Gastroenterology Department provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional upper and lower GI endoscopy services. Suitability depends on symptoms, medical history, and the gastroenterologist\u2019s assessment.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869359462\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3) <strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>When do I need a colonoscopy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A colonoscopy\u00a0may be recommended for colorectal cancer screening, blood in stool, change in bowel habits, chronic\u00a0diarrhoea, unexplained abdominal pain, or follow-up of bowel conditions. The timing depends on age, symptoms, risk factors, and specialist assessment.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869392267\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4) <strong><strong><strong><strong>Can acidity and GERD be treated?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. GERD and acidity can often be managed after proper evaluation. Treatment may include lifestyle guidance, medication, assessment\u00a0for\u00a0related conditions, and endoscopy when symptoms are persistent, severe, recurrent, or associated with warning signs.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869410686\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5) <strong><strong><strong><strong>Do you treat H. pylori and gastritis?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The gastroenterologist can assess suspected H. pylori infection, gastritis, and peptic ulcer symptoms. Diagnosis may involve breath, stool, blood, or endoscopy-based testing depending on the clinical situation and available investigations.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869427349\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">6) <strong><strong><strong><strong>Can IBS be managed by a gastroenterologist?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. IBS can be assessed and managed through symptom review, diet and lifestyle guidance, medication when needed, and evaluation for warning signs or other conditions that may mimic IBS.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869444207\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">7) <strong><strong><strong><strong>Does the department manage liver conditions?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. The Gastroenterology Department evaluates liver concerns, abnormal liver function tests, fatty liver disease, hepatitis B follow-up, and liver fibrosis risk. Dr. Mudathir also provides assessment of fatty liver grading and liver fibrosis staging using\u00a0FibroScan\u00a0when\u00a0appropriate.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869461709\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">8) <strong><strong><strong><strong>Is gastric balloon available for weight loss?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Gastric balloon insertion is included within Dr. Mudathir\u2019s\u00a0expertise\u00a0as a non-surgical weight loss procedure. Suitability depends on specialist assessment, medical history, weight-related goals, and safety considerations.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869476702\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">9) <strong><strong><strong><strong>Which areas does the Gastroenterology Department serve?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra supports patients from Madinat Zayed, Ruwais,\u00a0Ghayathi, Liwa, Al Sila, and the wider western Abu Dhabi region, helping patients access digestive health assessment, endoscopy evaluation, liver care, and follow-up closer to home.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784869496454\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">10) <strong>Does\u00a0Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre accept insurance for gastroenterology appointments?<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre works with major UAE insurance providers. Coverage depends on the patient\u2019s policy, network eligibility, and approval requirements. Patients should confirm coverage before the appointment by calling 80055 or checking with their insurer.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-insurance-accepted-and-location-nbsp\"><strong>Insurance Accepted and Location&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Burjeel\u00a0Day Surgery Centre works with major UAE insurance providers. Patients should confirm coverage for gastroenterology consultation, endoscopy, colonoscopy,\u00a0FibroScan, liver assessment, nutrition consultation, or other investigations before the appointment by calling 80055 or checking with their insurer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check coverage<\/strong> confirm whether your plan covers gastroenterology consultation, investigations, or procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Referral if required<\/strong>\u00a0some insurance policies may require\u00a0referral\u00a0before specialist consultation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pre-authorization<\/strong> the clinic team can guide patients on approval requirements based on the test, procedure, or case.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Direct billing<\/strong> direct billing may be available depending on insurance eligibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Co-pay\u00a0<\/strong>any co-payment depends on the patient\u2019s insurance policy.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-book-a-gastroenterology-consultation\"><strong><strong><strong>Book a Gastroenterology Consultation<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"p-3 rounded-10 me-4 has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebd8e2e0\">Appointments are available for gastroenterology consultation, stomach pain, acidity and GERD, endoscopy assessment, colonoscopy, IBS symptoms, bloating, liver function review, fatty liver assessment, hepatitis B follow-up, clinical nutrition, gastric balloon assessment, and digestive health concerns.\u00a0Same-day appointments may be available \u2014 call to check availability.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow 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