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Dr. Truong Dinh Khoi

Gastrointestinal Surgeon

, Nha Trang, Vietnam

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Vietnamese

 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Gastrointestinal Surgeons offering online consultation?

Following are some of the best gastrointestinal surgeons available for online consultation:

Which are some of the procedures performed by Gastrointestinal Surgeons?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

Listed below are some of the most common conditions performed by gastrointestinal surgeons are:

  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Colon Cancer
  • Anal Cancer
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
Who is a Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

A gastrointestinal surgeon is a specialist who is trained in surgical procedures to treat conditions of the digestive system.

The diseases often treated by this surgeon are inflammatory, functional, and neoplastic diseases both of the upper tract in the stomach and esophagus, and of the lower tract in the colon, small intestine and rectum, of the digestive system. Those include in particular hiatal hernia, diverticulitis, intestinal polyposis syndrome, acid reflux, and abdominal adhesions. A general physician will send a patient to a gastrointestinal surgeon if there is a pathology requiring surgical process. A patient should visit the surgeon in order to monitor postsurgical recovery.

Also, gastrointestinal surgery includes a range of surgical techniques to diagnose as well as treat GI disorders. Surgery can be done on both the lower and the upper GI tracts, depending on the problem or conditions.

Some disorders that GI surgery treats include:

  • Colorectal cancer
  • GI bleeding
  • Pancreaticobiliary disorders
  • Esophageal disorders
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Liver disorders
What are the qualifications of a Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

Candidates willing to become a Gastrointestinal Surgeonshould have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by two to three years M.S. (Gastrointestinology). Interested candidates can pursue M.Ch (Gastrointestinology) for super specialization in the field.

The training and education to become a Gastrointestinal Surgeon is extensive and includes the completion of:

  • Five-and-a-half years of MBBS course.
  • Three years of MS or DO degree
  • One year internship in general surgery
  • About 5 years in a residency program
What conditions do Gastrointestinal Surgeons treat?

Below are gastrointestinal conditions that may be treated by Gastrointestinal Surgeons:

  • Appendicitis
  • Colon cancer and other gastrointestinal cancers
  • Diverticular disease
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Hiatal hernias
  • Hernia
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
  • Rectal prolapse
What diagnostic tests are required by a Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

Some patients have to undergo a more extensive diagnostic evaluation, which might include imaging tests, lab tests, and/or endoscopic procedures. These tests may include:

  • Colonoscopy
  • Ultrasound
  • Radioisotope gastric-emptying scan
  • Oropharyngeal motility (swallowing) study
  • Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Lower GI (gastrointestinal) series (also called barium enema)
  • Defecography
  • Computed tomography scan
  • Colorectal transit study
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
  • Sigmoidoscopy
When should you visit a Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

You need to visit a Gastrointestinal Surgeon if you experience the following signs and symptoms:

  • Abnormal bowel movements
  • Jaundice
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Abdominal pain and bloating
  • Consistent heartburn
  • Presence of gweight loss specialisttones
  • Dysphagia
  • Presence of an ulcer
What can you expect from your first visit with a Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

When you first visit a Gastrointestinal Surgeon, they would ask you about your complete medical history as well as symptoms. Don’t forget to bring medical records and previous testing documentation.

To diagnose your condition, the surgeon may give you a test or a series of tests. These tests can include X-rays or magnetic resonance imaging depending on your symptoms. They may also recommend physical tests.

Your Gastrointestinal Surgeon would diagnose you without doing any tests. They may simply ask you questions to find out what is causing your problems.

When you have received a diagnosis, your doctor and you will discuss treatment options and decide the best option. This could be surgery, or even physical exercise.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

Some common procedures performed by a Gastrointestinal Surgeon are:

  • Colon resection
  • Roux en-Y
  • Whipple Procedure
  • Laparoscopic Nissen
  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
  • Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Nephrectomy
  • Laparoscopic Pancreatic Surgery
  • Fundoplication for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  • Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Laparoscopic Splenectomy
  • Abdominal surgeryAdrenalectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Breast biopsy