GastroMed by Dr. Dennis Martin Castro, FPCP, FPSG, FPSDE

21/03/2024

A patient with 2 months history of bleeding (fresh blood) from the lower GI tract consulted. Patient advised colonoscopy for evaluation.

A large pedunculated polyp was seen during colonoscopy and was removed by doing polypectomy.

Polyps can cause bleeding and if left unattended can develop to malignancy. This patient can be spared from surgery due to the early detection of the lesion and its removal. You also need to remember that follow up after the procedures are very important for monitoring.

If you have signs of lower GI bleeding, sudden weight loss, change in bowel habits, change in caliber of stools, get a consult from a gastroenterologist and schedule a colonoscopy.

If you are 45-50 years old and above without symptoms consult your gastroenterologist for screening colonoscopy.

Colon cancer awareness and early detection can save a life. It might save yours or a loved one. Get screened!

07/03/2022

Please join us on Wednesday March 9 3-5PM to discuss about diarrhea, constipation, colon cancer and nutrition! Keep your gut healthy!

*ALAMIN ANG TAMANG PAG-ALAGA SA TYAN MULA SA MGA _EXPERT_ !*

*March 9, Miyerkules
3 to 5 pm*

Panoorin sa page ng DOH at PSG:

Department of Health (Philippines)
Healthy Pilipinas https://www.facebook.com/DOHhealthypilipinas

Philippine Society of Gastroenterology https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineSocietyofGastroenterology/

06/11/2021

Let's help spread awareness about cancer. Colon cancer is the 3rd most common cancer in the Philippines afflicting roughly around 10% of Filipinos with cancer. Colon cancer screening with colonoscopy is a very important diagnostic tool to help detect colon cancer early.

25/05/2021

Patients with chronic liver disease can be vaccinated with Covid-19 vaccines.
Get protected! Get vaccinated!

07/08/2020

You can book a consult with me for your internal medicine and gastroenterology needs at Telemedica. You can also find other specialists for your medical concerns in Telemedica.
In Telemedica, your health is within reach.

16/07/2020

As a doctor and an internist it is important for us to help our patients achieve optimal health especially during these times. Primary prevention is an important pillar of health that we can utilize to keep us healthy. Flu vaccination is one way to do primary prevention most especially because flu season is here. Do you have your flu shots already? Here are some information regarding flu vaccination.

Want to know more information on how to get flu shots?
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17/06/2020

Do you have GERD? Do you know what kind of food you can and you can't eat? As a doctor who has GERD I also had difficulty in getting the right diet for me that will save me from the symptoms of GERD. I learned that each and everyone of us have different pain thresholds and what can be painful to you may not be painful to me. One should not always compare what works with others but rather focus on what works for his or her self. I discovered the variety of foods that we can eat even with the limitations of GERD is still very vast and with creativity can be a delicious experience. Find out more about the GERD diet, a GERD patient's guide to eating!




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05/06/2020

An endoscopy is an instrument used to evaluate the gastrointestinal tract. It is a long tube with fiberoptics and a camera at the end. An upper GI endoscopy or an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) is used to evaluate the essophagus, stomach and duodenum. This is the test done for patients with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) to directly evaluate the GI tract. The scope is inserted through the mouth up to he level of desired evaluation. There are different indications to do upper GI endoscopy in patients with GERD such as persistent symptoms even on therapy, long-standing abdominal pain, anemia, difficulty swallowing, painful swallowing and weight loss among others. If you think you need an endoscopy, consult a board-certified gastroenterologist.

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04/06/2020

Do you need an endoscopy or were you advised to undergo endoscopy for GERD? Would you like to know more? Stay tuned to our page to learn more.

04/06/2020

Continuously striving and learning to deliver the best patient care!

Telemedicine is the practice of caring for patients where the patient and the physician are not physically present with each other. Through the latest technology patients and physicians are able to interact via phone, video or through chat.
Due to the current pandemic, this facet of medicine has helped reach patients even during the quarantine period. In support of the government's efforts to battle COVID19 we offer our services through this platform to reach them beyond the hospitals and the clinics. We hope that we can be of service to those who are in need.
Stay home. Stay safe.
Let's win this together!

30/05/2020

Dr. Dennis Martin Castro is an internist and subspecialist in gastroenterology. If you need consults regarding adult diseases and digestive problems, you can book an appointment with him. Below are the clinic schedules.
Cornel Medical Center, Antipolo
2nd Floor Out-patient Department
Contact number: (02) 86450411
► Mon, Wed, Fri: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
(by appointment)
Metro Antipolo Hospital and Medical Center, Antipolo
Rm. 506, 5th Floor Medical Arts. Building
Contact number: (02) 8722 3208/ 09201337569
► Mon, Wed, Fri: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
(by appointment)
United Global Specialty Clinic (UGSC), Robinsons Antipolo
Second Floor
Contact number: 09178290507
► Mon, Wed, Fri: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hospital of Infant Jesus, Manila
Rm. 256
Contact number: 09362997371
► Tues, Thurs: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

In line with the government's efforts to fight COVID19 Dr. Castro is available for teleconsult via the following platforms:
SeriousMD, Medifi, Aide App, United Global Specialty Clinic (UGSC),

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30/05/2020

29/05/2020

Dr. Rebecca Abiog Castro is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist with years of experience on the field. If you wish to book a clinic visit you may refer to the following schedules:

University of Santo Tomas Hospital
Room 437 Medical Arts Building
Clinic hours:
Tuesday to Saturday - 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

Philippine Children's Medical Center
Room 15
Clinic hours:
Tuesday and Friday - 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
You may get in touch with us if you wish to book a clinic appointment or a teleconsult via the following:
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28/05/2020

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition where stomach acid flows back to the esophagus causing irritation to its lining. Persistent reflux may cause injury and inflammation leading to esophagitis.

Patients may experience heartburn, burning sensation from the stomach or lower chest radiating to the throat, neck or back, night awakenings, nausea, vomiting or even chest pain.

Certain foods may precipitate symptoms and it is best to know and avoid them. If you have persistent symptoms you should consult your doctor or a board-certified gastroenterologist for further evaluation.

You don't have to fight your battles alone. Learn more about GERD. Talk to us!

28/05/2020

Dr. Caroline Anne A. Castro is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist. If your child is experiencing any digestive problems, Dr Caroline can surely help!

Clinic schedules:

Delos Santos Medical Center
Room 509
Wed 10-12
Sat 1-4
Call the secretary at
+63 943 549 3544 to set an appointment

UST Hospital
Doctor’s Clinic Rm 437
Tues 10-12, Fri 10-12

Book teleconsults via:
SeriousMD, Medifi

27/05/2020

Are you suffering from heartburn? Do you think you have GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease? Don't suffer alone, talk to us! Follow our page and learn more about this disease.
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