Our Gastroenterology Blog - Gastroenterologist Anchorage, AK

Understanding the Difference Between IBS and IBD
posted: Mar. 16, 2026.

Digestive conditions can cause symptoms that affect daily comfort, eating habits, and overall well-being. Two conditions that are often confused are irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Read more
Understanding IBS: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatment Options
posted: Oct. 10, 2025.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common digestive conditions, affecting millions of people in the United States. While it does not cause permanent damage to the intestines, Read more
Managing IBS: Diet and Lifestyle Tips
posted: Oct. 29, 2024.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by a combination of symptoms, including abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and Read more
Understanding the Digestive System: How It Works and Common Issues
posted: Sep. 25, 2024.

The digestive system is a complex network of organs and glands that work together to break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste. Understanding how this system functions can provide Read more
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Managing Symptoms and Improving Quality of Life
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large intestine, causing symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. While IBS is a chronic condition, Read more
Are You Dealing With Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
posted: Feb. 15, 2024.

If you have frequent episodes of stomach or abdominal pain, it could be a sign of a serious gastrointestinal condition known as irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. Your gastroenterologist can Read more
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Diagnosis, Treatment, and Lifestyle Changes
posted: May 16, 2023.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that many people struggle with every day. IBS is a chronic condition that can cause pain, bloating, and gas and can 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
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
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
posted: Jun. 24, 2022.

Is your body telling you that you could have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Are you just experiencing symptoms of an upset stomach, or is there something more going on? It can Read more
Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome
posted: Dec. 16, 2019.

Persistent pain in your stomach or abdomen could be a signal of irritable bowel syndrome, which should be treated by a gastroenterologist. Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, affects Read more
Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome
posted: Dec. 16, 2019.

Persistent pain in your stomach or abdomen could be a signal of irritable bowel syndrome, which should be treated by a gastroenterologist. Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, affects Read more
Symptoms and Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
posted: Nov. 02, 2018.

Is it constipation? Is it diarrhea? Frankly, when a patient complains to his or her physician about GI problems, the doctor has to wonder, "Is it Irritable Bowel Syndrome?" If Read more
Symptoms and Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
posted: Nov. 02, 2018.

Is it constipation? Is it diarrhea? Frankly, when a patient complains to his or her physician about GI problems, the doctor has to wonder, "Is it Irritable Bowel Syndrome?" If Read more

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