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Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgery


The body’s digestive system can be disrupted by diet, stress or disease. The gastrointestinal tract includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, small intestine, colon, rectum and anus. Beaufort Memorial’s team of board-certified gastroenterologists has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal pain and problems.

Common Gastrointestinal Problems and Conditions

Symptoms, which vary by condition, can include heartburn, bleeding, inflammation, loss of bowel control, diarrhea, constipation, or pain or a lump in the abdominal area. Common gastrointestinal problems can include:

Surgical and Endoscopic Treatments

  • Abdominal Surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Cholecystectomy
  • Colonoscopy
  • ERCP
  • Endoscopic Stenting
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Inguinal or Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Nissen Fundoplication
  • Polypectomy
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Upper Endoscopy

Have a potential health issue? Discuss any concerns with your primary care provider or find one who is accepting new patients. If needed, they will direct you to a board-certified gastroenterologist.

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