Topic: Gastroenterology

Brent, a patient of The Oregon Clinic gastroenterologist Dr. Branden Tarlow, underwent his first screening colonoscopy last year at age 47. He shares his story with us below to help…

Is the new colon cancer blood test the quick and easy alternative to a colonoscopy screening for colon cancer? The short answer is, unfortunately, not.    You may have seen recent…

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month  Colon Cancer Awareness Month starts off each year on March 1 with Dress in Blue Day. The Oregon Clinic is proud to stand in…

113 Physicians and Providers at The Oregon Clinic Voted as “Top Providers” by Peers Portland, OR – November 29, 2023 — One hundred and thirteen providers at The Oregon Clinic…

Congratulations to The Oregon Clinic Gastroenterology South – Tualatin for earning 3rd place in the America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers – Oregon 2024 ranking by Newsweek. This is the first…

Second Oregon City gastroenterology site now open Portland, OR – July 19, 2023 – The Oregon Clinic’s (TOC) gastroenterology services are expanding in Oregon City with the opening of a new…

“Our team of physicians work hard to bring our specialized training and skill sets for performing routine and advanced endoscopy procedures, interpreting manometry studies, and solving GI conditions, all with…

New clinic opening expands appointment opportunities on the East side of Portland Portland, OR – March 6, 2023 – The Oregon Clinic’s (TOC) gastroenterology services are expanding to Happy Valley…

Colonoscopy continues to be the gold standard of colorectal cancer prevention.  Over the past few years, we have sadly seen many beloved celebrities, athletes, and actors pass away due to…

Portland, OR – November 22, 2022 — Seventy-five providers at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were named to Portland Monthly Magazine’s annual “Top Medical Providers” list, recognized by their peers as…

You may have recently heard or seen stories on Saturday Night Live or CNN that referenced a new study questioning the effectiveness of colonoscopies. The bold headlines and one-liners incorrectly…

Colon cancer is one of the most common and deadly cancers in the US. Thankfully, it is one of the few cancers that can be prevented. And, if caught early,…

Please note: In May 2021, the US Preventive Services Task Force updated its guidelines for colorectal cancer screening, lowering the recommended screening age from 50 to 45. March is colon…

March is colon cancer awareness month. After losing her father to colon cancer, The Oregon Clinic’s own Lauren Scott of OBGYN East is using this time to share her father’s story, urging people…

Colon cancer remains a common and deadly cancer—it is the second most common cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States. Colonoscopy remains the gold standard…

Seventy-two providers at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were named to Portland Monthly Magazine’s annual “Top Doctors, Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners” list, recognized by their peers as among the best…

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) was initially developed as a diagnostic tool in the 1980s. In 2012, the field of therapeutic EUS expanded significantly due to the introduction of lumen apposing metal…

We understand our patients who are taking immune-suppressing medicines have questions about the COVID vaccine and if they should get a booster shot. We encourage everyone to get vaccinated against…

After suffering from severe stomach pain for over a year, at 32 years old Lynn’s world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with stage two colon cancer. Lynn…

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition characterized by acid flowing back up the esophagus from the stomach. It affects an estimated 18-28 percent of adults in North America. Common Symptoms of GERD…

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the most prevalent of functional gastrointestinal disorders, is commonly diagnosed by gastroenterologists and primary care physicians. Recurrent abdominal pain and altered bowel habits, along with bloating…

Why take chances? Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related death for men and women and about 5 percent of Americans will develop colorectal cancer in their…

Colon cancer remains a common and deadly cancer—it is the second most common cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States.           …

Forty-three providers at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were named to Portland Monthly Magazine’s annual “Top Medical Providers” list, recognized by their peers as among the best in the region. Spanning…

Dr. Swapna Reddy speaks with two local news stations about the gastrointestinal symptoms of COVID. Dr. Reddy is a gastroenterologist at our Gastroenterology South clinic.  Source: Here’s what to look out…

New recommendation is a significant step in colorectal cancer prevention The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) — the nation’s leading panel for medical guidance — has joined the American…

Colon cancer remains a common and deadly cancer—it is the second most common cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States, affecting approximately four percent of…

With the beginning of the year, comes the usual rush of consults to my office for abnormal liver tests. Perhaps it’s a coincidence, but my suspicion is that these visits…

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs; e.g. Prilosec/omeprazole, Prevacid/lansoprazole, and others) are among the most commonly used medications, with prevalence estimates ranging between about five percent and fifteen percent of the adult…

Portland, OR – February 19, 2020 — The Oregon Clinic today announced Thomas Sanchez as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). After conducting a nationwide search, the physician-led organization chose…

Source: The Face of Gastroenterology

Portland, OR – 66 physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were named to Portland Monthly Magazine’s annual “Top Doctors and Nurses” list, recognized by their…

Functional dyspepsia, also known as non-acid dyspepsia, is characterized by discomfort and pain involving the upper gastrointestinal tract. It is a common condition that is present in 15–20 percent of…

  Anorectal manometry (ARM) is a study ito look further into anal sphincter and rectal pressures and function. The most common reason why we use this test is to look…

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects one in two hundred Americans and in women, it commonly presents early in life during reproductive years. Women with IBD are almost three times as…

Finding Solutions to Digestive Problems A Registered Dietitian (RD) will talk with you one-on-one about your symptoms and find a meal plan that will work for you.   Healthy Weight…

Your long-term well-being is priority number one for the board certified, nationally renowned gastroenterologists at The Oregon Clinic, and an important part of building that relationship is conducting colonoscopies. “We…

Join us for the annual Crohn’s & Colitis Education Day hosted by Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Northwest Chapter on Sunday, March 10. The day is for people living with Crohn’s…

45 physicians and physician assistants at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were recognized by their peers as among the best in the region. Spanning a variety of specialties, Portland Monthly’s just…

Newberg, OR – September  20, 2018 – The Oregon Clinic is celebrating the opening of its newest facility, a Gastroenterology specialty clinic located in Newberg, Oregon. Built from the ground…

It is hard to imagine that this August will mark the twelfth year anniversary of The Oregon Clinic GI-South’s decision to expand our gastroenterology practice with a clinic presence and…

Celiac disease is an autoimmune response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten damages the intestinal tract lining which can cause poor absorption of nutrients leading…

Colonoscopy is more than a simple screening test for cancer. Colonoscopies prevent cancer because during the procedure, the physician can identify and remove precancerous polyps that would otherwise become cancer.…

42 physicians and physician assistants at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were recognized by their peers as among the best in the region. Spanning a variety of specialties, Portland Monthly’s 2018…

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder and is estimated to affect 11% of the population worldwide. There are a variety of therapeutic approaches to treating…

While we are lucky to have so much produce variety available to us at the grocery store, it is still best to use what is in season. Asparagus Although asparagus’s…

In his early thirties, 39-year-old father of three Thomas Slawson started running in an effort to get into better shape and to spend more time with his wife. But he…

Your spouse, your friends, your grandchildren—your inspiration to stay healthy comes in many forms. March is colon cancer awareness month, and it’s something worth really thinking about. If you are…

A record 59 doctors at The Oregon Clinic (TOC) were recognized by their peers as among the best in the region this January. Spanning a variety of specialties, Portland Monthly’s…

For the past eight years, The Oregon Clinic’s gastroenterology specialty has partnered with the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) to help support their mission of curing Crohn’s disease…

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is extremely common. Many studies indicate that up to 20% of American adult individuals may suffer from IBS, although this condition does not discriminate against age…

No one looks forward to colon cancer screening, but it is an important tool to helping you stay healthy. Find out the answer to some commonly asked questions below.  A…

We are proud to announce the inclusion of 36 providers from The Oregon Clinic in this year’s Portland Monthly Magazine list of Top Doctors & Nurses. Portland Monthly invited every licensed doctor, physician…

Most people only think about the bathroom when they have to go. But for Pamela G., a 69 year old Portland native, bathrooms were all she could think about. Four…

Cancer is the second leading cause of death for women in the United States after heart disease. Fortunately, we have many effective screening tests available that help with prevention, early…

Summer is an amazing time to reap the nutritional benefits of an abundance of fruits and vegetables. However, improper handling and storage may place you at risk for food borne…

Katie shares her story of battling colorectal cancer at a young age. “I am not your typical colorectal cancer survivor.” At 34 years old, I am not the typical face…

Dr. Michael Phillips, a Gastroenterologist at The Oregon Clinic Gastroenterology – East, donated his time and expertise to provide free care to rural patients in Guatemala. During May 2015, Dr.…

Gluten has gained a great deal of attention over the past decade, the majority of which has been negative. It is has been blamed for causing a wide array of…

We are proud to announce that The Oregon Clinic’s Dr. Donald Lum, Dr. Harry Bray, Dr. Betty Kim, and Erica Heagy, FNP, were all recently recognized by the Health Care…

You may have not known you had hepatitis C until you were diagnosed– many people do not feel sick or show signs. Being diagnosed with hepatitis C can feel scary,…

If you have been diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, your gastroenterologist has likely done various tests to help diagnose your condition and determine…

Aside from getting a colonoscopy at age 50, or actively participating in another accepted form of colon cancer screening, you may be wondering what else can be done to prevent…

You will be having an upper endoscopy (EGD) and/or a colonoscopy. As you may have heard, The Centers for Disease Control have reported rare cases of antibiotic resistant bacterial infections…

We are proud to announce the inclusion of fifteen providers from The Oregon Clinic in this year’s Portland Monthly Magazine list of Top Doctors & Nurses. Portland Monthly invited every licensed doctor, physician…

1.What is the LINX system? The LINX is a small implant comprised of interlinked titanium beads with magnetic cores. The magnetic attraction between the beads augments the existing esophageal sphincter’s…

Patrick Swayze. Michael Landon. Luciano Pavarotti. Randy Pausch, author of The Last Lecture. We remember the names of celebrities who were stricken with cancer of the pancreas and inevitably died…

You might need more than a spoonful of sugar to help this medicine go down. Taken for just two days, these pills contain human feces that have been diluted, strained,…

The Oregon Clinic, the state’s largest multi-specialty, physician-owned medical practice, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah A. (Betsy) Rodriguez, MD, to the governing board of the American Society…

The Oregon Clinic Gastroenterology – South has been awarded a three-year certificate of recognition for promoting quality in endoscopy by The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), a leading gastrointestinal…

I am in the shopping mall. My plan is to dash into the store to buy my newborn an outfit for a party. It is only a 30-minute task, but…

Patient-Centered Specialty Practice certification demonstrates that The Liver Clinic provides effective, evidence-based care to patients with specialty care needs The Liver Clinic, part of The Oregon Clinic’s Gastroenterology – East…

IBS is extremely common. Many studies indicate that up to 20% of American adult individuals may suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Although this condition does not discriminate against age or…

Recent studies suggest more than 80% of colon cancers can be prevented through screening colonoscopy programs, and the likelihood of death from colon cancer is reduced by 90% PORTLAND, Ore.,…

March is colon cancer awareness month, and colon cancer is really worth thinking about. If you are nonsmoking woman, there are only 2 cancers likely to end your life prematurely.…

WHAT: March is colon cancer awareness month and “Dress in Blue Day” is sponsored by the Colon Cancer Alliance. The physicians and staff at The Oregon Clinic’s Gastroenterology groups are…

On December 6, 2013, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the eagerly awaited Hepatitis C medication sofosbuvir (Sovaldi™, Gilead Sciences, Inc.) and gave it the designation of “breakthrough therapy”. An…

Crohn’s and Ulcerative colitis, which comprise Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), are a group of diseases in which there is inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract.  They most often first appear in…

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 17, 2013 — The Oregon Clinic is pleased to welcome Mark P. Cahill, MD to its gastroenterology group. Dr. Cahill is board-certified in internal medicine by the…

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 17, 2013 — The Oregon Clinic is pleased to welcome Swapna B. Reddy, MD to its gastroenterology group. Dr. Reddy is board-certified in internal medicine by the…

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 10, 2013 — The Oregon Clinic is pleased to welcome Brent Lee, M.D. to its gastroenterology group. Dr. Lee is board-certified in internal medicine and completed a…

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 10, 2013 — The Oregon Clinic is pleased to welcome Amy Zhu, M.D., to its Gastroenterology group. Dr. Zhu is board-certified in internal medicine by the American…

PORTLAND, Ore., May 2, 2013 – The Oregon Clinic, the state’s largest multi-specialty, physician-owned medical practice, is adding to its group of clinics a well-respected, private gastroenterology practice, Gastroenterology Specialists…

For patients like 65-year old Charles Mortensen (not his real name), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a daily source of distress and concern, especially when medications fail to suppress gastric…

The physicians at The Oregon Clinic have a long history of volunteerism around the world. No less important is their continuing support for local groups such as Project Access NOW…

The Oregon Clinic is honored to welcome Kevin M. Reavis, MD to its Gastrointestinal & Minimally Invasive Surgery division. In addition to being a board-certified surgeon and a Fellow of…

The Oregon Clinic welcomes Shannon K. Lewis, MD to its West Hills Gastroenterology division. In addition to being board-certified in internal medicine, Dr. Lewis completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at…

As editor-in-chief of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (giejournal.org) and a member of the West Hills Gastroenterology division of The Oregon Clinic, Glenn M. Eisen, MD, MPH, must keep up with technological advances…

Glenn M. Eisen, M.D., a gastroenterologist at The Oregon Clinic, has received acclaim from two noteworthy publications this month. He has been included on this year’s “75 of the Best…

In an effort to give back to the community and help those in need, doctors, medical providers and staff at The Oregon Clinic’s Gateway Office Building donated a record amount…

At The Oregon Clinic “Specialty Medicine with Commitment, Care & Compassion” isn’t just a tagline next to the organization’s logo. It’s a core belief that guides nearly everything this team…

The Oregon Clinic’s West Hills Gastroenterology division welcomes Glenn Eisen, MD, MPH.  His special interests lie in Esophageal disease, Barrett’s esophagus, colorectal cancer screening, therapeutic pancreaticobiliary endoscopy, capsule endoscopy and…

The Oregon Clinic’s Portland Gastroenterology division welcomes Dr. Hong Shen.  Dr. Shen is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His special interest…

The Oregon Clinic’s Portland Gastroenterology Division welcomes Sidharth Bhardwaj, M.D.  Dr. Bhardwaj is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology/Hepatology. His special interests lie in general gastroenterology, colon cancer screening/surveillance,…

Drug implicated in the death of pop star Michael Jackson can be safely administered by non-anesthesiologists, study finds Doctors with The Oregon Clinic participated in a revealing new study on the…

The Oregon Clinic gastroenterologists are the first in the state of Oregon to offer an improved ability to manage bile duct pathology using a video technique called cholangioscopy during Endoscopic…

Addition to Group Expands Resources for Oregon Clinic Patients in Western Metropolitan Portland The Oregon Clinic, one of Oregon’s largest independent specialty physician practices, is pleased to announce the addition…

The Oregon Clinic today announced its new medical office building located at 1111 NE 99th Ave at the Gateway Transit Center is now open for business. The 100,000 square foot…