Best Endoscopy Gastroenterologist Doctor in NYC

When your symptoms suggest problems in your esophagus or stomach, you may need an endoscopy. The specialists at Triborough GI have extensive experience performing endoscopies, which allow them to diagnose and immediately treat many GI conditions.

Our Staten Island, Bronx, or Brooklyn-based Endoscopy specialists can schedule and perform your procedure at one of our Triborough GI clinics.

One of our board-certified GI doctors will guide you through the Endoscopy procedure and provide you with all the information you need prior to the procedure.

For more information on Endoscopy or to schedule an appointment at our Bronx, Brooklyn, or Staten Island office, please call (718) 795-2734 today!

What is an Endoscopy?

An endoscopy is a procedure your doctor at Triborough GI performs to closely examine and treat your GI tract, which includes your esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (upper part of the small intestine).

Your procedure is done using a medical device called an endoscope, which is a narrow, flexible tube containing lighting and a tiny video camera. The camera sends magnified images to a screen as your doctor gently advances the scope through your mouth and into your digestive tract. This allows your doctor to see inflammation, growths, and other GI tract’s lining problem.

During an endoscopy, your doctor treats problems by inserting specialized surgical tools through the scope. For example, your doctor may take a biopsy, remove tumors, stop bleeding, or open a blocked esophagus.

Why do I need an Endoscopy?

Your doctor may recommend an endoscopy to diagnose the underlying cause of symptoms such as:

Swallowing difficulties
Heartburn
Abdominal pain
Unexplained weight loss
Recurrent vomiting

A few of the most common conditions diagnosed during an endoscopy include:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Gastric ulcer
Esophageal varices
Infections
Hiatal hernia
Celiac disease
Esophageal strictures

Crohn’s disease that affects the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract can be identified during an Endoscopy.

Endoscopy Preparations

Before the procedure, you may need a physical exam, blood tests or other kinds of tests. You will be instructed not to consume food or liquid for at least 8 hours before the procedure.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medication and supplements you are taking. Also, tell your provider, if you have any allergies or are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Your healthcare provider will explain what happens during the procedure.

Your doctor will discuss any risks or complications that may happen. You will be provided with a consent form by your doctor. Read the form carefully, and do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have.

Medication Questions

You should discuss your medical history with your Triborough GI doctor, including any medical conditions, allergies, and all the medication that you take (over-the-counter medicine, vitamins, and supplements), including:

Blood thinners
NSAIDs
Arthritis medication
Blood pressure medication
Aspirin
Diabetes medication

What should I expect during an Endoscopy?

Your GI tract must be empty for your doctor to get a good view of the tissues, so you shouldn’t eat for eight hours before your procedure. You’ll also need to stop taking some medications before your Endoscopy. You will receive detailed instructions when your procedure is scheduled.

You’ll receive intravenous sedation to help you relax, and your doctor applies numbing medication to the back of your throat, but you’ll be awake during the procedure. You may feel pressure as the scope travels through your GI tract. Most patients, however, are comfortable throughout the process.

An endoscopy takes 20 minutes or less, depending on whether any treatments are performed. After staying in recovery for a short time, you’ll be able to go home and relax for the rest of the day.

Recovering from an Endoscopy

After the Endoscopy, you will need to rest for approximately an hour for the sedation to wear off. You will need a friend or family member to drive you home as the sedation medication takes a while to leave your system.

If you have a biopsy, the results will usually be ready within the week. Please call your Triborough GI doctor if you experience any of the following:

Vomiting blood
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach pain
Black, bloody, or tarry stool
Fever
Difficulty swallowing

Endoscopy Complications

Risks of complications from an endoscopy are extremely low as an endoscopy is considered a safe procedure. Complications may include:

Perforation in the lining of your GI tract
Bleeding from where the doctor took a sample of tissue or removed a polyp
Uncommon reactions to the sedative such as difficulty breathing or heart problems

If you have questions about an upcoming Endoscopy or need to schedule an appointment, call Triborough GI or book an appointment online.

Triborough GI has the top NYC gastroenterologists in Brooklyn, Staten Island, and the Bronx. Our doctors provide only the most specialized and extensive care. Our motto is that the patient’s care comes first! Highly reputable and top-rated in NYC, our gastroenterologists will thoroughly examine, diagnose, and treat you in any way they can.

Schedule an appointment at (718) 795-2734 today with one of our Triborough GI doctors at our Brooklyn, Staten Island, or Bronx locations for any questions or concerns you have regarding your Endoscopy procedure.

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