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Assuta Medical Center: Gastroenterology department

Israel, Tel-Aviv
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The department is known for its advanced technology, qualified specialists and minimally invasive treatment methods. Assuta uses capsule video tests – they are the most advanced methods for diagnosing gastroenterological diseases.

There are three types of capsule tests here:

  • Capsule test for the diagnosis of Crohn,
  • Video capsule for examination of the small intestine,
  • Video capsule for colon examination.

Other innovative methods that are used in the gastroenterology department:

  • Bravo capsule test for monitoring the acidity of the esophagus,
  • pH test and monometry,
  • Gastric balloon for weight loss,
  • ERCP for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the pancreas and biliary tract,
  • EUS Ultrasound,
  • Endoscopic bariatric endoscopy to stimulate weight loss.
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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    What types of scans of the gastrointestinal tract are performed in Assuta?

    In the department of gastroenterology Assuta, the following types of scopy are performed:

    • Colonoscopy,
    • Gastroscopy,
    • Sigmoidoscopy.
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    What diseases are most often treated in the gastrointestinal department of the Assuta center?

    The most common diseases are:

    • benign and malignant tumors of the gastrointestinal tract,
    • reflux disease, gastritis and esophagitis,
    • diseases of the liver and biliary tract.
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    What famous gastroenterologists work at the Assuta Medical Center?

    The following well-known specialists work here:

    • Brooke Raphael – Head of Endoscopy Center with over 40 years of experience.
    • Ben Horin Shomron – gastroenterologist with over 30 years of experience, trained in America.
    • Halperin Zamir – head of the gastroenterology department, was engaged in scientific research in America, trained in London. Work experience is over 40 years.
    • Erwin Santo – Head of Gastroenterology and Invasive Endoscopy at Assuta Hospital, trained in France in the field of endosonography.

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