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Our Goal is prevention of colon cancer by educating patients about steps to reduce risk and screening those who are at risk.

We know that the path to any diagnosis can be a long and difficult journey, often patients have seen multiple providers before they come to us. We are here to help.

Our practice focuses on management of chronic liver and digestive diseases, including ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), chronic hepatitis C, as well as other diseases and conditions related to the liver and digestive system.

We are in the office 8:30-4pm Monday through Thursday and Fridays by appointment. Late appointments are available upon request, check with your scheduler.

We have added Video Chat appointments for established patients. - Please let your scheduler know if you have access to a smart phone and would like to utilize this service.

Mask requirements are subject to change based on local health ordinances, We encourage patients to follow all public health guidelines.

If you have new symptoms of cough, fever, shortness of breath or recent exposure to illness, please call the office at 509-758-2200 prior to your appointment.

Appointments that are cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, may incur a non refundable cancellation fee.

Are you OVERDUE?

Everyone age 45 or older should have a colonoscopy

Anyone with a family history of colon cancer may need to be screened sooner than 45

Call us to ask about your screening colonoscopy

Nausea? Vomiting? Abdominal Pain?

These symptoms are very common and can be challenging to treat. Often, patients have suffered with significant symptoms for years by the time they see us and treatment can begin.

Through tailored medication regimens and lifestyle changes, we can provide relief, diminishing the severity and frequency of symptoms so patients can get back to enjoying life.

Reflux?

If you have heartburn more than once a week, requiring a medication like Prilosec you should be evaluated for long term esophageal changes

Food Sticking?

If you have difficulty with bread or meat sticking in the esophagus, there are procedures that can help, make an appointment to find out what may work for you

Nausea? Vomiting? Abdominal Pain?

These symptoms are very common and can be challenging to treat. Often, patients have suffered with significant symptoms for years by the time they see us and treatment can begin.

Through tailored medication regimens and lifestyle changes, we can provide relief, diminishing the severity and frequency of symptoms so patients can get back to enjoying life.

Hepatitis C

Did you know baby boomers are at increased risk for chronic hepatitis C?

The CDC and USPSTF recommends that anyone born between 1945-1965 be screened one time for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is a virus that is transmitted through blood, causes liver damage and increases the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer. Fortunately, treatments are available that are safe and effective.