Top Gastroenterologists in Jefferson, NC

John A Sundin, MD

John A Sundin, MD

  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
(1) (0)
Ashe Memorial Hospital
200 Hospital Ave
Ste 5
Jefferson, NC 28640
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Dermatology
  • Surgery
  • Gastroenterology
  • 22 years experience
  • Rated 4 stars by patients
  • 4 star hospital
  • Board certified
What are Gastroenterology Doctors?

A gastroenterologist is a specialist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving the digestive/gastrointestinal (GI) tract. These doctors are experts on how food moves through the digestive system and is chemically broken down, with nutrients being absorbed and waste excreted.

A patient may see a gastroenterologist for the following symptoms/conditions:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Ulcers
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Constipation
  • Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Cancers of the colon, stomach, pancreas, or liver

The area of Jefferson, NC has a population of approximately 4,719 people. There is 1 gastroenterologist near Jefferson, which gives it a ratio of 1 gastroenterologist per 4,719 residents or a ratio of 1 gastroenterologist per 1,979 households. There are 1,979 households in Jefferson.