Gastroenterology

Suffering from heart burn, troubles going to the bathroom, stomach pain, constipation and a whole host of other digestive system problems is no fun. Our gastroenterologists specially trained in treating these problems and can help you return to feeling better in no time.

Common conditions:

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colon Polyps
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Swallowing
  • Diverticulosis
  • Esophageal Reflux
  • Gastritis
  • GERD
  • Heartburn
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Indigestion
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Jaundice
  • Liver Disease
  • Nausea
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Ulcers
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Unexplained Weight Loss
  • Vomiting

Treatments and diagnostic tools available include:

  • Diagnostic and Interventional Endoscopy
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound
  • Endoscopic Treatment of bile and pancreatic ducts
  • Stretta, a minimally invasive treatment utilizing heat to stop GERD
  • BRAVO, a minimally invasive technique to monitor acid reflux
  • Smart Pill/Pill Cam
  • Manometry, a test used to look for causes of acid reflux, heartburn, and swallowing difficulty


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Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group Gastroenterology - Gonzales

Elizabeth Bollinger, M.D.

Rahil Shah, M.D.

1014 W. St. Clare Blvd., Ste. 3030
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 743-2545
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm