Gastroscopy
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An upper endoscopy is a study that allows the inside of the esophagus, the stomach, and the first portion of the small intestine to be examined using a flexible tube with a camera at the tip.
What it is used for: It helps explore digestive discomfort such as pain in the upper abdomen, difficulty swallowing, persistent heartburn, or bleeding, and to take samples when considered necessary.
When is it considered? It is usually indicated when upper digestive symptoms are not explained by other evaluations or require direct observation.
Which specialist performs it? The gastroenterologist and the endoscopist carry out this study and explain its scope. Talking with the specialist about digestive symptoms helps determine whether this type of examination is appropriate.
Data on 493 doctors who treat gastroscopy
Which specialist treats gastroscopy?
A gastroscopy is performed by a gastroenterologist or a gastrointestinal endoscopy specialist; a general surgeon can also perform it. In children, a pediatric gastroenterologist can carry out the procedure. A general practitioner can advise you on when it's needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in gastroscopy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Frequently asked questions
What is gastroscopy?
An upper endoscopy is a study that allows the inside of the esophagus, the stomach, and the first portion of the small intestine to be examined using a flexible tube with a camera at the tip.
Which doctor treats gastroscopy?
A gastroscopy is performed by a gastroenterologist or a gastrointestinal endoscopy specialist; a general surgeon can also perform it. In children, a pediatric gastroenterologist can carry out the procedure. A general practitioner can advise you on when it's needed.