Dr. Kevin Patrick Meyers has joined Gastrointestinal Associates, one of the leading GI practices in the Southeast. Meyers is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. “Dr. Meyers’s expertise, especially in endoscopic treatment, is a … Read More
Gastrointestinal Associates welcomes Dr. Hannah Jones
Dr. Hannah Jones has joined Gastrointestinal Associates, one of the leading GI practices in the Southeast. Jones is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the American Gastroenterological Association. “GIA welcomes Dr. Jones to our practice and to our community,” said Jeff … Read More
Telehealth now available
As the number of COVID-19 cases increase, Gastrointestinal Associates has implemented additional precautions to protect patients and employees. We now are offering telehealth appointments, so our patients can be seen from the safety of their home. Please call us at 865-588-5121, and choose option #2 to learn more or request a telehealth appointment. For essential procedures and office visits, we … Read More
GIA 180 leads the way in bariatric endoscopy
As I shared at the 2016 GI Roundtable, I believe that helping patients lose weight and maintain weight loss is one of the single most effective treatments physicians can offer their patients to help them with long-term health. With endoscopic approaches for weight loss gaining traction, I see a real opportunity for weight management in GI private practices to help … Read More
GIA Welcomes Dr. Jason Huffman
Dr. Jason L. Huffman has joined Gastrointestinal Associates (GIA), one of the Southeast’s leading GI practices. “Dr. Huffman comes to us with a solid background in gastroenterology and a clinical focus on endoscopy, making him an excellent fit with our physicians,” Gastrointestinal Associates CEO Jeff Dew said. “He shares our team’s commitment to the highest quality of care for our … Read More
How ‘bulky’ is your fiber knowledge?
Are you trying to follow a healthier lifestyle? If you’re looking for ways to boost your efforts, fiber can play an important role in helping you achieve that goal. Chances are you’ve heard before that consuming the recommended amount of dietary fiber is important for good health. Understanding the “why” behind that advice may strengthen your resolve to follow the … Read More
Studies linking PPIs to dementia are no need for panic
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) were first approved for use in the 1980s. They are sold by prescription and over-the-counter under a variety of brand names, including Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid. By lowering the amount of acid produced in the stomach, these medications are very effective at treating heartburn and indigestion, along with additional diseases such as peptic ulcers and H. … Read More
Ready to lose weight? We’re here to help.
I am pleased to announce Gastrointestinal Associates’ launch of GIA 180, a new weight loss management division that uses a balanced, multifaceted and surgery-free approach to weight loss featuring ORBERA™, the global market leader for intragastric balloons. To help acquaint you with the program, here are answers to some frequently asked questions.
Gastrointestinal Associates welcomes Dr. Jeff Gilbert
Dr. Jeffrey “Jeff” Gilbert has joined Gastrointestinal Associates (GIA), one of the Southeast’s leading GI practices. Gilbert serves as a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and American Gastroenterological Association. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and his primary specialty, gastroenterology. “Dr. Gilbert’s expertise and … Read More
Colonoscopies and car shopping: What do they have in common?
Before buying a new car, many people spend lots of time reading professional reviews, visiting dealerships and talking to friends and family members with the same car to see how they like it. They want to be sure their money is going into a top-quality vehicle. But are we as careful when it comes to our health? Sadly, most of … Read More