GastroGuide
Your gut has been talking. Let's finally listen.
Persistent symptoms deserve more than a search engine. Start with a 2-minute symptom check — we'll do the rest.
“I ignored the bloating for two years. Dr. Patel found the answer in one visit.”
Margaret Chen
Patient since 2023 · GERD diagnosis
3,200+
Patients treated
48h
Avg. appointment wait
98%
Would recommend
Sound familiar?
Check every symptom you've noticed in the past three months. Your body's been keeping score — let's read it together.
Select symptoms you've been experiencing
What could this be?
Tap any card to flip it — plain-language explanations, no medical jargon required.
Most diagnoses confirmed within
1–2 appointments
GERD
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
GERD
When the valve between your esophagus and stomach weakens, stomach acid travels up. Left untreated, it can cause Barrett's esophagus — a precancerous change.
Treatment Path
Lifestyle modifications + medication (PPIs) resolve most cases. An endoscopy confirms severity.
IBS
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
IBS
IBS is a functional disorder — your gut and brain are miscommunicating. It's not "in your head," but stress and diet are powerful triggers.
Treatment Path
Dietary changes (low-FODMAP), gut-directed therapy, and targeted medication manage symptoms effectively.
Celiac
Celiac Disease
Celiac
An immune reaction to gluten that damages the small intestine's lining. A blood test (tTG-IgA) and biopsy confirm it — you must be eating gluten to get accurate results.
Treatment Path
A strict gluten-free diet is the only treatment — and it works. Most patients feel dramatically better within weeks.
Crohn's
Crohn's Disease
Crohn's
Chronic inflammation anywhere in the GI tract. The cause involves genetics, immunity, and environment — not stress alone. Early treatment prevents complications.
Treatment Path
Biologics, immunomodulators, and steroids manage flares. Colonoscopy every 1–3 years monitors progression.
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
The most effective cancer prevention tool available. Most polyps are found and removed during the same procedure — before they can become cancerous.
Treatment Path
One procedure every 10 years for average-risk patients. Prep is the hardest part; the procedure itself is done under sedation.
Don't see your symptoms? Describe them in your booking form →
Your first visit,
demystified.
Most patients leave the first appointment wondering why they waited so long. Here's what happens, step by step.
Intake & History Review
10 minWe review your symptom timeline, diet, medications, and family history — often before you even arrive, via our online form.
No starting from scratch. Your answers from this page pre-fill your intake. Dr. Patel reads it before the appointment.
In-person & telehealth
Your choice
Same-week availability
Most patients
Results within 24–48h
Via patient portal
HIPAA-compliant
All data encrypted
Most major plans accepted.
We verify your benefits before your appointment so there are no billing surprises. Self-pay rates available.
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Free GI Prep Guide
12-page patient handbook
Not ready to book? Get our free guide: what to eat before a GI visit, questions to ask your doctor, and what test results mean.
Dr. Arjun Patel, MD
Board Certified Gastroenterologist
UCSF School of Medicine
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