A local gastroenterologist is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats digestive disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver. Some of the digestive disorders they may treat include stomach bloating, pancreatitis, jaundice, constipation, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hepatitis, hemorrhoids and gastrointestinal cancer. Sometimes, gastrointestinal issues can indicate heart disease, including nausea (heart attack) or diarrhea (intestinal angina). If you have a cardiovascular disease or are recovering from cardiovascular surgery, you will work with a local cardiologist or local cardiothoracic surgeon to manage your condition. You may also work with a local gastroenterologist if you’re having intestinal issues due to diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in addition to your cardiovascular symptoms. If you want more info about how a local gastroenterologist can help diagnose and treat your intestinal problems such as celiac disease, start by talking to your local family physician or local cardiologist. Your local gastroenterologist can also work with your other healthcare providers including your local physiotherapist, endocrinologist, registered dietitian, chiropractor or athletic therapist.