Gastroenterologist Center Of New Jersey Offers Advanced Gastroenterology Care

Gastroenterologist Center Of New Jersey, based in West Orange, New Jersey, has announced that they offer the services of a premier New Jersy gastroenterologist to provide advanced gastroenterology care for patients in Northern and Central New Jersey. The gastroenterology center boasts of the more than 29 years experience of multi-awarded Dr. Theodore A. DaCosta, who has gained the reputation of being one of the top gastroenterologists in the country.

A spokesperson for the Gastroenterologist center Of New Jersey says, “Dr. DaCosta is one of the finest gastroenterologists in the country, and has based his education and practice in the state of New Jersey for over 29 years. He believes in serving his community, giving back through his own specialization. With an emphasis on patient well-being above all else, Dr. DaCosta approaches every new case with the same level of commitment and dedication as his last.”

Dr. DaCosta has won numerous awards, the most recent of which is the NJ TopDocs Top Doctor 2019 award. His other awards include the Compassionate Doctor Recognition in 2018, Healthcare Heroes Award-UHIP in 2018 and 2015, Patients’ Choice Award in 2018, Telly Award in 2017 for UHIP Ground Breaking Health Education Aimed at Empowering the Urban Community, Hermes Award in 2017 for UHIP Program to Redefine and Reinvent Healthcare in African American and Latino Communities, Dr. George Perez Achievement Award in 2013 for Outstanding Medical Teaching Attending Saint Michael’s Medical Center, and more.

He is also a member of various professional societies. These include the American Medical Association, the New Jersey Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Society, and the College of Gastroenterology Medical Society of New Jersey. Those who want to know more about Dr. Theodore A. DaCosta can check out his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TheodoreADaCostaMD/.

One of the services offered at the Gastroenterologist Center Of New Jersey is colonoscopy. Dr. DaCosta wants to point out that 1 in 19 men and 1 in 21 women develop colon cancer. That is why colonoscopy is highly recommended, especially for those who are more than 45 years old. Dr. DaCosta also wants to stress that people should not be afraid because when detected early, colon cancer can eliminated and even avoided completely. A colonoscopy would also be able to help determine the underlying causes of various conditions, including rectal bleeding, cramps, lower abdominal pain, anemia, incontinence, unusual bowel habits, long-lasting diarrhea, and weight loss.

Also offered at the Gastroenterologist Center Of New Jersey is upper endoscopy. This is performed as an outpatient service and is used when the symptoms suggest abnormalities in the stomach, esophagus, and the first portion of the duodenum, which is where the small intestine starts. All of these form the upper digestive tract. Symptoms that indicate the need to perform upper endoscopy include pain in the abdomen or chest, heartburn, bleeding, trouble swallowing, nausea, weight loss, anemia, and vomiting.

Upper endoscopy is also much more reliable for detecting conditions in the upper digestive tract, such as cancer, compared to X-rays. During the procedure, polyps can be discovered and removed and biopsies may be taken for testing. Meanwhile, any areas that have been narrowed by conditions like cancer in the esophagus, stomach and duodenum can be expanded through the use of medical devices like balloons. When strictures are discovered during an upper endoscopy, a stent may also be used to hold it open.

Patients have been very satisfied with the treatment they have received. For example, Ryan J. said, “I originally scheduled a colonoscopy for my mother of 67 years. After meeting with Dr. DaCosta and seeing how comfortable my mum was, I decided to grab the opportunity and get one done myself. I’ve heard many things about colonoscopies being awkward or weird, but he really managed to help me settle down. Nice, professional, and incredibly charming.”

People who need more information about the treatment services provided at the Gastroenterologist Center Of New Jersey can go to their website at https://sites.google.com/site/gastroenterologistnj/, or contact them through the telephone.