By Brian Ciampa, MD Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder affecting at least three million Americans, but it can be a difficult illness to pin down without proper testing. The latest studies now estimate that 83% of people with celiac...
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Summer is a great time to cook outdoors with family and friends. But unfortunately, for a lot of people, it’s also a time to get acid reflux and heartburn. That’s because the very things...
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Capital Digestive Care's R. Martin Bashir, MD, FACP, FACG has been elected DC governor of the American College of Gastroenterology for Washington, DC. In this position he will play a role in acting on important issues facing gastroenterologists...
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June is Men’s Health Month. It’s a great time to remind the men in your life to get all the necessary medical check-ups and screenings. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD 8th District) recently...
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This week the American Cancer Society (ACS) lowered its recommended age for colorectal cancer screening from 50 to 45. The incidence of colon cancer has been increasing among a younger population, prompting the update. Previously,...
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Capital Digestive Care welcomes Bradley J. Winston, MD a highly-experienced gastroenterologist to its practice. He is now receiving patients at our Washington, DC office located at 2021 K Street, Northwest. Overall, Dr. Winston brings a wealth of experience in treating...
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March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. The purpose of this observance is to raise awareness of colorectal cancer as the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Colorectal cancer is expected to cause...
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by Anna Strongin, MD You may have heard that esophageal cancer continues to be the most rapidly rising cancer in the U.S. But it can be prevented by detecting its early, precancerous stage called Barrett’s esophagus ...
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Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week is observed each year from December 1 through December 7. It is designed to shed light on the challenges faced by people who suffer from these illnesses. Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory...
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by Kelly Mercado, CRNP Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic disorder that occurs when stomach contents flow into the esophagus and irritate the lining. While occasional heartburn or acid reflux is fairly common, one in five Americans...
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