Upper GI Surgery

Upper GI Surgery is a subspeciality of GI Surgery. An upper GI surgeon is a doctor
who specializes in the surgical treatment of diseases of the upper gastrointestinal
tract. This includes the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Upper GI surgeons
also perform surgery to treat conditions of the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
Upper GI surgeons are trained in gastrointestinal surgery, but they also complete a
superspeciality training in upper GI surgery. This allows them to learn the latest
techniques and procedures for treating diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract.
Upper GI surgeons play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
of the upper gastrointestinal tract. They can provide a variety of services, including:

• Diagnosis: Upper GI surgeons can perform a variety of tests to diagnose
  diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract. These tests may include upper
  endoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), and barium swallow.
• Treatment: Upper GI surgeons can perform a variety of surgical procedures to
  treat diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract. These procedures may
  include fundoplication, gastrectomy, esophagectomy,
  cardiomyotomy, gastrojejunostomy, etc.
• Follow-up care: Upper GI surgeons can provide follow-up care to patients who
  have had surgery or other treatment for diseases of the upper gastrointestinal
  tract. This care may include monitoring for recurrence of disease, providing
  support for patients and their families, and referring patients to other
  specialists as needed.

If you have any concerns about your upper gastrointestinal tract, it is important to
see an upper GI surgeon. Upper GI surgeons can provide you with the care you
need to stay healthy.

Here are some common conditions that upper GI surgeons treat:

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): GERD is a condition in which
  stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, causing heartburn and other
  symptoms.
• Peptic ulcer disease: Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which an ulcer
  forms in the lining of the stomach or duodenum.
• Esophageal cancer: Esophageal cancer is a cancer that starts in the esophagus.
• Gastric cancer: Gastric cancer is a cancer that starts in the stomach.
• Achalasia cardia
• Benign and malignant tumors of the esophagus and stomach.
• Esophagus and gastric obstructions.

If you have any of these conditions, it is important to see an upper GI surgeon.
Upper GI surgeons can provide you with the care you need to stay healthy.