Hepatobiliary Services
The Bethesda North Center for Digestive Health is a one-stop provider of coordinated care for patients with
disorders of the pancreas, liver and biliary system. A few of the most common are:
- Space occupying liver lesions
- Liver tumors
- Gall bladder tumors
- Gallstone disease
- Bile duct tumors
- Inflammatory disease of the biliary tract
- Pancreatic tumors
- Adenocarcinoma
- IPMT
- Endocrine tumors
- Pancreatitis
Dedicated Medical Staff
The Center’s medical staff is a collaboration between various specialists. Specialized gastroenterologists are committed to providing an easily accessed resource for patients with suspected hepatobiliary disease, with the latest in care for diagnosed patients and an organized follow-up program for treated patients. With a dedication to safety and quality, they work together as a team with surgeons, radiologists, specially trained registered nurses, laboratory personnel and nutritionists to meet the needs of patients that require a high level of care.
Innovative Care Model
The Center recognizes the patient as the most important member of this team. Through its care model, the Center pairs every patient with a nurse navigator who helps guide through diagnosis, treatment and follow up. The includes a strong patient education program, as we understand that the more patients know about their disorder, the more likely there are to have a good response to therapy.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bethesda North Center for Digestive Health at 513-865-2299.
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