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Our physicians are recognized leaders in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal or digestive system disorders that affect the esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, gallbladder and other related organs.

Identifying and treating disorders that disrupt digestion

Our physicians treat disorders including:

We offer a variety of appointment types. Learn more or call 913-588-1227 to schedule now.

Specialties

Colorectal screening

Colonoscopy screening to detect changes or abnormalities in the large intestine and rectum.

Liver disease

Our specialists work together as a multidisciplinary team to diagnose and treat liver disease.

Swallowing disorders

Innovative peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) offers quick recovery and long-lasting rate of success.

Services

    • Capsule endoscopy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Dilation of strictures/narrowing
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatogram (ERCP)
    • Flexible sigmoidoscopy
    • Liver biopsy
    • Anal rectal manometry
    • BARRX – ablation of Barrett's esophagus
    • C13 breath test: H. pylori
    • Colonic manometry
    • EMR – endoscopic mucosal resection
    • H2 breath test:
      • Small bowel bacterial overgrowth
      • Lactose intolerance
      • Fructose intolerance
    • Impedance test
    • Mano scan – esophageal manometry
    • Paracentesis
    • PEG tube placement
    • Sham meal testing – pancreatic polypeptide level to evaluate if the vagus nerve has been cut after fundoplication
    • Stents – esophageal/duodenal/colonic
    • Thoracentesis
    • 24-hour pH monitoring
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Our hospital continues to rank as the best in Kansas City and in Kansas according to U.S. News & World Report.
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Unmatched care, year after year

We are proud to still be the best hospital in Kansas and in Kansas City according to U.S. News & World Report – the only hospital to receive this award since its inception. Now and always, we are here for you.

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Leading research and clinical trials

As part of one of the nation's premier academic medical centers, our care providers are committed to research and scientific discovery through the University of Kansas Medical Center. We can often include our patients in potentially lifesaving clinical trials and treatment options not available anywhere else.

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