Gastro Health - Alabama

07/23/2026

Gastro Health's Dr. Aditi Stanton spoke to Everyday Health about what to do if it seems like your ulcerative colitis treatment is failing.

Treatment failure occurs when an ulcerative colitis medication isn’t helping symptoms. Most important, know that it’s not your fault. Learn what to do next.

07/10/2026

How much is too much gas? Gastro Health's Dr. Lee spoke with PARADE Magazine about what frequent flatulence might mean for your health.

Everyone passes gas, but how much is too much?

07/07/2026

If you're 45 and have not scheduled your colonoscopy yet, we're looking at you!

The recommended age to begin regular colon cancer screening used to be 50, but has been lowered to age 45.

If you have a family history of cancer, certain GI symptoms, or other risk factors you may need to begin screening even sooner.

When detected early, colon cancer is often treatable and beatable.

Talk to your gastroenterologist and schedule your colonoscopy today.

07/06/2026

We are excited to share that our St. Vincent's East team has moved to a brand-new office just four miles away! Our new location is now open and ready to serve you:

📍 Gastro Health – Trussville
220 Main St.
Suite 112
Trussville, AL 35173

We can't wait to welcome you to the new space, which offers easier accessibility, convenient parking, and upgraded facilities designed to make your experience even more comfortable and efficient. See you soon! ✨

07/02/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Tasnia Matin to our team! She is now accepting new patients.

To learn more, visit: GastroHealth.com/Tasnia-Matin

Looking for a GI doctor who performs colonoscopy and treats conditions like acid reflux and constipation? Contact Dr. Matin in Birmingham to schedule an appointment today.

07/02/2026

Please note our care centers are closed on Friday, July 3. Happy 250th birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙

06/19/2026

World Continence Week is a reminder that bowel control problems are more common than many people realize, and there’s no reason to suffer in silence.

If you experience accidental bowel leakage, urgency, or difficulty controlling your bowels, know that you're not alone. These symptoms can have a significant impact on daily life, but effective treatments and therapies are available.

Feeling embarrassed is understandable, but talking to your doctor is the first step toward finding relief. With the right care, many people experience significant improvements in their symptoms and quality of life.

Don't let embarrassment keep you from getting help. You deserve to feel confident and in control. Click the link in the comments to learn more. 👇

06/16/2026

June is Dysphagia Awareness Month. Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing.

Gastro Health's Dr. Arsheya Patel explains that while it may seem like a minor inconvenience, trouble swallowing can be a sign of an underlying digestive condition that should not be ignored.

Difficulty swallowing is common but should not be ignored.

06/15/2026

The World Cup is all about goals. So is your health.

If you're 45 or older, make a colonoscopy your next goal. Unlike other screening tests, a colonoscopy can help PREVENT and DETECT colon cancer by finding and removing precancerous polyps before they become cancer.

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in people under 50, but it is highly treatable when caught early.

So, score one for your future. Schedule your colonoscopy today!

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06/05/2026

If you're 45 or older and have not been screened for colon cancer, we're looking at you.

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death in people under 50. The recommended age to begin screening used to be 50, but has since been lowered to age 45.

A colonoscopy is considered the gold standard for colon cancer screening because it allows your doctor to examine the entire colon. During the procedure, precancerous polyps can be detected and removed before they have a chance to develop into cancer.

When caught early, colon cancer is often highly treatable. So if you're 45 or older, schedule a colonoscopy today!