Procedure and therapy options
From heartburn to complex digestive and liver disorders, digestive problems can seriously impact your daily life
In Dallas, the Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health provides comprehensive and compassionate care when treating patients’ broad range of digestive conditions, beginning with diagnostic and therapeutic services. Our GI (endoscopy) lab features 10 procedure rooms and a 24-bed observation area within the 18,000-square-foot department, allowing patients to recover in the same area following their procedures.
Digestive conditions treated
Recognized among the nation’s top hospitals
Baylor University Medical Center ranks #34 in Gastroenterology and GI Surgery by U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” and is designated by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) as a Quality Surgical Partner. Our commitment to surgical excellence has earned recognition as meeting high-quality standards in rectal cancer under ACS National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer. In addition, we are an ACS National Surgical Quality Improvement Program, an Quality Verification Program and have been awarded the highest quality rating from the Society for Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for esophagectomy.
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Minimally invasive surgical options are offered for several conditions and support a smoother recovery
When surgery is needed to treat a digestive condition, you can rest assured in Baylor University Medical Center's standards of care and experienced medical staff. Learn more about minimally invasive surgery benefits and how our digestive disease and colon cancer programs manage difficult conditions.
One way to keep your digestive health at peak performance is a colonoscopy screening
Helping to improve your digestive health
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States. The cancer often grows with no symptoms until it’s reached an advanced stage. When detected early during a colonoscopy, colorectal cancer is treatable. The American Cancer Society recommends beginning regular colonoscopy or other colon cancer screening options at age 45.
In addition to colonoscopies, we offer:
- Comprehensive screenings
- Diagnostic testing
- Therapeutic services
- Nutrition support
- Information and options to make healthy lifestyle changes
Game-changing treatment for acid reflux and GERD
The LINX® device is a series of magnets in a ring shape that an anti-reflux surgeon implants in a laparoscopic procedure.