Guide to America's Top Gastroenterologists

Guide to America's
Top Gastroenterologists

Consumers’ Research Council of America

First Edition

Consumers’ Research Council of America

2020 Pennsylvania Avenue NW #300-A

Washington, D.C. 20006

Table of Contents

	How Gastroenterologists Were Selected
	Choosing a Gastroenterologist
	What is Gastroenterology?
	Anatomical Range of Gastroenterology
	The Salivary Gland
	The Esophagus
	The Stomach
	Control of secretion and motility
	Diseases of the stomach
	Pancreas
	Diseases associated with the pancreas
	Liver
	Parts of the liver
	Liver functions
	Diseases of the liver
	Gallbladder
	Gallbladder functions
	Gallbladder disease
	Intestine
	Structure
	Intestinal diseases & disorders
	Rectum
	Anus
	Hepatology
	Gastroenterological Associations and Information
	Best Internet Sites
	Healthcare Today
	Nutrition and Your Health
	Patients' Rights & Responsibilities
	Patients' Bill of Rights
	Medicare Patients' Rights
	President's Advisory Commision on Quality in the Health Care Industry
	Medical Glossary
	State Medical Boards
	Top Gastroenterologist Search Engine
	Disclaimer