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Dr. Shah

Dr. Amy Shah describes her relationship with each of her patients as a partnership. Here, she explains more about her philosophy. ...

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a chronic life-long condition. While it cannot be cured, it can be treated so that it is possible for the patient to live a full and active life. Dr. Amy Shah and Dr. Zaifi Shanavas explain. ...

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Dr. Karp

Dr. Sean Karp describes his approach to health care as a physician and as a gastroenterologist in the Washington metropolitan area. ...

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Dr. Bhinder

Dr. Faisal Bhinder explains his philosophy surrounding patient care in gastroenterology. He also discusses the qualities that make Capital Digestive Care an ideal provider for GI patients in the metropolitan area. ...

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GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a chronic condition. The most common symptom is persistent heartburn, also known as acid reflux. Unfortunately, it is on the rise and can be the precursor for more serious diseases, such as Barrett's Esophagus. ...

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Dr. Shanavas

Dr. Zaifi Shanavas is a highly-trained physician who treats patients with gastrointestinal and liver disorders. But in this video he explains why two of the most important skills for a doctor to have involve listening and investigation. ...

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Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune illness characterized by the intolerance of gluten - a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Here Drs. Gloger, Okoji and Shanavas discuss the symptoms, challenges and solutions surrounding this disorder. ...

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Dr. Kreisberg

Dr. Kreisberg is a board certified gastroenterologist and Vice President of Capital Digestive Care. In this video, he discusses the importance of being empathetic and making a personal connection with each patient while taking the whole picture into account. ...

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Dr. Potosky

Dr. Darryn Potosky is a board certified gastroenterologist and hepatologist. Here he explains his philosophy about treating and educating patients about their digestive and liver conditions. ...

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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease currently affects an estimated 80 to 100 million Americans. In general, NAFLD is characterized by too much fat stored in the liver of a person who does not drink a significant amount of alcohol. ...

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Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is an infectious liver disease caused by the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is spread primarily through blood-to-blood contact. ...

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Liver Disease

As the body's second largest organ, the liver is incredibly vital. It detoxifies the body, filters blood, aids in digestion and more. Unfortunately, several forms of liver disease threaten the health of this critical organ -...

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Instructional Video for GI Pathogen Panel stool test

The GI Pathogen Panel Stool Test helps a physician to quickly and efficiently diagnose the cause of abdominal symptoms and diarrhea in about an hour. It was approved by the FDA in 2014. Before this technology, patients commonly had to endure...

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Orlena’s Story

Colon Cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. But with early detection, colon cancer is 90% preventable. It is important to pay attention to your body and to see a doctor if you have symptoms...

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Janelle’s Story

Crohn’s Disease affects as many as 700,000 Americans. It affects any part of the intestine, and symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, ulcers, reduced appetite and weight loss. With the proper treatments and therapy, patients can lead a...

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Dr. Stern

Dr. William R. Stern, M.D., FACG, trained in internal medicine at George Washington University and has served at the Washington Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center and Bethesda Naval Medical Center, as well as training at the...

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Dr. Stern Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are groups of blood vessels in the anus or lower rectum that serve a physiological function when they are not inflamed or irritated. Common symptoms include discomfort around the rectum and blood in the stool. The two most common...

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Dr. Levy

Dr. Levy is a gastroenterologist who is president and CEO at Capital Digestive Care. His approach to medicine is to not just treat the problem area, but also to treat the patient as a whole person. Dr. Levy uses his...

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Dr. Lawrence

Dr. Marvin E. Lawrence, M.D., FACG, completed his residency at Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Lawrence is currently the Chief of gastro-neurology at Laurel Regional Hospital in the Washington, D.C., area. A gastro-neurologist specializes...

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Dr. Lawrence Colonoscopy

It is common for patients to be afraid of or embarrassed by the colonoscopy procedure. At Capital Digestive Care, physicians ensure that patients are comfortable during the procedure, sedation and prep. There is no pain before, during or after the...

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Dr. Lawrence Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, but early detection can prevent cancer in 90% of cases. It is important to undergo a colonoscopy because in the majority of colon cancer patients show no...

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Dr. Howard

Dr. Dominique E. Howard, M.D., attended medical school at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. As a gastroenterologist, she takes care of patients with digestive issues, whose symptoms include heartburn, abdominal pain, constipation, abdominal bloating and diarrhea. Dr....

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