Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

09/23/2025

September is National Yoga Awareness Month, and your digestive health can benefit too. Stress often worsens conditions like acid reflux, IBS, and other gut concerns.

Gentle practices such as yoga and mindfulness can help calm both the mind and the digestive system. Small steps toward relaxation can make a big difference in how you feel every day. https://www.healthshots.com/mom-says/benefits-of-bhujangasana-for-digestion-and-how-to-do-it/

Check out the benefits of bhujangasana for digestion. This gentle yoga pose can soothe your gut and promote overall digestive wellness.

09/17/2025

GI Alliance physician Dr. Paul Akerman recently shared how new digital health tools are transforming gastroenterology care in the ASGE digital newsletter. These innovations are making it easier for patients to access care, improving communication with providers, and helping achieve better health outcomes.

At GI Alliance, we are committed to using the latest technology and research to give you the best possible care today and for the future.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4mxfae3

As gastroenterologists, we’re no strangers to technological change. From high-definition endoscopes to advanced biologics, innovation has always driven improvements in our field.

09/13/2025

Today is National Celiac Disease Awareness Day. Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that affects the small intestine when gluten is eaten. Symptoms can range from bloating and fatigue to long-term complications if left untreated.

The good news is that with the right diagnosis and care, most people can feel better and protect their health with a gluten-free lifestyle.

If you think you may have celiac disease, talk with your provider about testing and treatment options. https://bit.ly/4lJDF6y

Celiac disease can affect your gastrointestinal system in many aspects. Learn more about the condition and how you can guard your gut health.

09/09/2025

September is National Fruits & Veggies Month, a reminder that what you eat plays a vital role in digestive health. Colorful fruits and vegetables are packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that support a healthy gut and overall wellness. Even adding one extra serving of produce each day can make a meaningful difference.

Talk with your GI Alliance provider about simple nutrition steps that can benefit your digestive system.. https://bit.ly/3JwoTmq

09/08/2025

When heartburn becomes an everyday problem, it may be more than simple reflux.

An EGD is a safe, routine outpatient procedure that gives your GI specialist a clear view inside your esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. This exam can reveal inflammation, tissue damage, or precancerous changes caused by chronic acid reflux, often before symptoms become serious.

If you’ve been relying on antacids without lasting relief, it might be time to stop guessing and start getting answers. Learn how an EGD can guide the right treatment and help you find long-term relief from reflux: https://bit.ly/4opDYWY

Struggling with chronic acid reflux? Discover how an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) can diagnose underlying issues and help you find long-term relief.

09/04/2025

September is Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Awareness Month. PBC is a rare liver disease that often begins with symptoms like tiredness or itching but may go unnoticed for years.

GI Alliance specialists are here to help with expert diagnosis and treatment to protect your liver health. If you or someone you love has concerns, talk with your provider about testing and support. https://bit.ly/45VhQLG

Your liver serves a number of critical tasks in the digestive system like removing unwanted byproducts from the circulatory system and many others.

09/03/2025

Millions of people are living with liver disease and don’t even know it. One condition, MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease), is often silent until it becomes serious.

In a recent article for the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, GI Alliance physician Dr. Neelima Reddy explains why early screening and proactive care are essential to protecting liver health.

GI Alliance is committed to raising awareness and advancing care so patients can take action before it’s too late. Read Dr. Reddy’s article: https://bit.ly/3JsaZlc

A Growing and Often Missed BurdenMetabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) has emerged as a major public health threat, one that is often under-recognized due to its silent progression.

09/01/2025

This Labor Day, GI Alliance extends gratitude to the incredible physicians, providers, nurses, and staff who work tirelessly to care for patients and support healthier communities nationwide. Your dedication makes a difference every single day.

We also honor our patients and families, whose trust inspires us to continually raise the bar in digestive health. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, healthy, and restorative holiday.

08/27/2025

Your liver does a lot more than you might think. Dr. Christopher Christensen, a GI specialist with Gastroenterology Associates and GI Alliance, shares how to keep it healthy and prevent hepatitis.

Hepatitis can develop quietly for years, which is why regular screening and healthy habits are so important. Dr. Christensen breaks down the facts in a recent article and offers practical tips on protecting your liver through vaccines, diet, safe hygiene, and medication awareness. https://bit.ly/4mg37Bp

If you haven’t talked to your doctor about hepatitis screening or your liver health, now is a great time to start.

Hepatitis often progresses without symptoms but can lead to serious liver damage, making early screening essential.

08/21/2025

If heartburn and acid reflux are part of your daily routine, it's time to stop guessing and start getting answers. An EGD is a simple, routine outpatient procedure that helps your doctor see exactly what's happening inside your digestive system. By identifying inflammation, damage, or structural issues early, your GI Alliance provider can offer treatments tailored for lasting relief.

Find out how an EGD can bring you closer to lasting comfort: https://bit.ly/4opDYWY

Struggling with chronic acid reflux? Discover how an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) can diagnose underlying issues and help you find long-term relief.

08/19/2025

Dr. Amit Patel, a GI specialist at GI Alliance of Illinois, recently shared his concerns in a Becker’s article about how falling insurance payments and rising costs are making it harder for doctors to run their practices.

Dr. Patel explains that these financial pressures are especially hard on Medicare patients and are leading to fewer private practices, which means fewer choices for patients. These trends are affecting not only GI care but also other specialties across the country. https://bit.ly/4mmbOdG

GI Alliance remains committed to delivering quality care despite the growing economic challenges faced by medical practices.

Amit Patel, MD, a gastroenterologist with the Evanston-based GI Alliance of Illinois, spoke with Becker’s about one of the most disruptive trends affecting physicians today: shrinking reimbursement rates paired with rising practice expenses. Dr. Amit Patel: The most disruptive trend for physicians...

08/14/2025

What is gastroparesis, and why should you care?

Gastroparesis affects how the stomach muscles move, slowing down digestion. It can cause long-term symptoms like nausea, vomiting, weight loss, and fatigue. While it is often misunderstood, this condition is real and treatable.

This August, GI Alliance is helping raise awareness by sharing resources and encouraging early evaluation. If your stomach is giving you trouble that will not go away, it may be time to seek help. https://bit.ly/4odCr63

Highlighting the Impact of Gastroparesis and Its Connection to Medications like Ozempic