Our Gastroenterology Blog - Gastroenterologist Anchorage, AK

Colon Cancer Prevention: Identifying Warning Signs and Reducing Your Risk
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

Dealing with colon cancer can be a nightmare. If you don’t catch it at an early stage, it can be difficult to treat and it can end up spreading throughout Read more
The Connection Between Diet and Gastrointestinal Health
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

Your gastrointestinal system helps digest the foods you eat and convert them into nutrients and substances to fuel your body. Your colon gets rid of the waste products from foods, Read more
Common Gastrointestinal Disorders and Their Treatments
posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

Your gastrointestinal system is important to your daily life and when you’re dealing with issues with it, it can really impact your ability to function on a daily basis. There Read more
Early Signs of Colon Cancer
posted: Feb. 06, 2023.

Alaska Digestive and Liver Disease Center is proud to have four seasoned and leading gastroenterology/internist doctors who believe that prevention is the best option for possible colon cancer. Patients can accomplish Read more
The Benefits of Early Detection: How Colon Cancer Screening Can Save Lives
posted: Jan. 26, 2023.

Colon cancer screening is an important diagnostic tool that can save your life. It’s a simple test that can help diagnose colorectal cancer in its early stages when it is Read more
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
posted: Jan. 13, 2023.

Occasional feelings of heartburn are normal, but if you suffer from heartburn frequently, your heartburn could actually be a sign of gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as GERD. Your gastroenterologist Read more
What Is Ulcerative Colitis?
posted: Dec. 28, 2022.

Ulcerative colitis, also known as inflammatory bowel disease or IBD, is a painful medical condition which affects your colon. It’s caused by abnormal functioning of your immune system. Ulcerative colitis Read more
When Do I Need a Colon Cancer Screening?
posted: Dec. 12, 2022.

In the U.S. in 2022 alone, there were 106,180 people diagnosed with new cases of colorectal cancer. When this cancer is caught early, the five-year survival rate is 91 percent. Read more
Understanding Liver Disease
posted: Dec. 09, 2022.

Liver disease can be a scary diagnosis. Unfortunately, it’s also a common medical condition. Seeing the right specialist can make all the difference in how you manage liver disease. A Read more
Colon Cancer Screening: What To Expect
posted: Dec. 01, 2022.

In 2020, colon cancer affected almost 150,000 people, and most of the cases occurred in people who are 65 years or older. Early detection of colorectal cancer is important for Read more
Are You Dealing With Loss of Appetite?
posted: Nov. 23, 2022.

You need to eat nutritious foods to stay healthy. Nutrients, vitamins, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates fuel your body, providing you with the energy you need to live. If you’ve ever Read more
GERD Vs. Heartburn
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.

If you've ever had the sensation that something is stuck in your throat, dry cough, or a burning feeling that gets worse after a large meal, you've likely experienced heartburn, Read more
Healthy Lifestyle With IBS
posted: Nov. 09, 2022.

Do you suffer from chronic stomach or abdominal pain? If so, you could have a treatable condition known as irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. Your gastroenterologist is an expert at Read more
Reasons You May Need an Endoscopy
posted: Oct. 17, 2022.

An endoscopy is a vital diagnostic procedure gastroenterologists use to diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions affecting your upper digestive system. An endoscopy allows your gastroenterologist to view Read more
Are You Struggling With Crohn’s Disease?
posted: Oct. 01, 2022.

Crohn’s disease can dramatically impact your life. When you are in fear of eating the wrong foods or having a painful attack, it can make you want to stay home Read more
Why Is a Colonoscopy Recommended?
posted: Sep. 22, 2022.

Is it time for me to schedule a colonoscopy? According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the US. While we have seen a Read more

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Our Physicians

Daryl M. McClendon,

M.D., FACP, FACG, AGAF

Dr. McClendon is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Gastroenterological Association. He received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch. After completing his internal medicine residency, he remained on staff as the Chief of Residents before completing his fellowship training in gastroenterology.
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Jeffrey W. Molloy,

M.D., FACP, FACG

Dr. Molloy is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He received his undergraduate degrees from the University of Southern California and his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University at the campus of the National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. After completing his Internal Medicine residency, he remained on staff as the Chief of Medical Residents before completing his fellowship training in Gastroenterology.
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Austin T. Nelson,

M.D.

Dr. Nelson is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Utah and his medical degree from Uniformed Services University at the campus of National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed Military Medical Center. He is an active member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association. He served for 17 years in the United States Air Force and 5 years as chief of the department of gastroenterology at the 673rd Medical Group, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson prior to his transition to private practice.
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Martin P. Kaszubowski,

M.D.

Dr. Kaszubowski is board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of California Los Angeles and his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences. After completing his Transitional Medicine Internship at Bethesda, Maryland, he completed an Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship in San Antonio, Texas.

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Terri L. Tope

RN, MSN, ANP

Terri Tope is a board-certified nurse practitioner. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Wisconsin and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alaska. She has a particular interest in colon cancer prevention, gastrointestinal motility disorders, liver problems, and IBS. She enjoys the beautiful Alaskan outdoors. She and her family fill their free time golfing, flying, snow-machining, and hiking around Alaska. Appointments with her do not require a referral. Read More

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