Gastro Health - Washington

08/24/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Chris Di Re to our Seattle care centers! He is now accepting new patients.

To learn more, visit GastroHealth.com/Chris-Di-Re

08/21/2026

Does your p**p stick to the toilet bowl? There's a chance your bowel movements are trying to tell you something. Gastro Health's Dr. Asma Khapra told the HuffPost what might be going on.

There's a chance your bowel movements are trying to tell you something. Here's what might be going on.

08/17/2026

Is it THAT bad to swallow gum? Gastro Health's Dr. Lilly Gonzalez spoke with Martha Stewart about how it really affects the digestive system.

What really happens when you swallow gum? Experts explain how your body processes it, whether it's harmful, and who should be cautious while chewing.

07/29/2026

🎉Congratulations to these outstanding physicians for being recognized by Seattle magazine as 2026 Top Doctors!

Link to press release in comments. ⬇️

Gastro Health physicians named Seattle Magazine 2026 Top Doctors.

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.

07/02/2026

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.