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Gastroenterology

Through our partnership with Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology (IGH), Decatur County Memorial Hospital is committed to delivering high-quality gastroenterology care to our community. We provide a full spectrum of care using state-of-the-art technologies and procedures to diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients, close by.

When Should You See a Gastroenterologist?

A referral from your provider may be required. If you are experiencing any of the below, it may be time to ask your primary care provider about a referral to a gastroenterologist:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloating or gas
  • Blood in stool or rectal bleeding
  • Bowel incontinence
  • Chronic or severe abdominal pain
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Family history of gastrointestinal diseases
  • Frequent heartburn or acid reflux
  • Indigestion
  • Persistent nausea or vomiting
  • Unexplained changes in bowel habits
  • Unexplained weight gain/loss
  • Yellowing of the skin/eyes (jaundice)

Call 812-222-DOCS to schedule an appointment with your primary care provider.

Our commitment to patient-centered care, advanced technology, and evidence-based treatments makes us the trusted choice for treating digestive health issues. Whether you are experiencing common symptoms or dealing with a complex condition, we are here to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.

We have availability for office visits and procedures within one week.

Referral Instructions:

Referral Instructions:

We offer direct referral for endoscopy for medically appropriate diagnoses. We have availability for office visits and procedures within one week.

To reach the provider line, providers can call 317-865-2955 and select Option 1.

  • View a list of insurance networks we participate with

Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology (IGH) offers these procedures at DCMH:

  • Diagnostic and Screening colonoscopy
  • Esophageal Dilatation
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy (FOS)
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
  • Upper GI Endoscopy

Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology (IGH) offers these procedures in their Indianapolis location:

  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
  • Esophageal pH and motility testing
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
  • Fibroscan