Digestive Disease Center

Welcome

Gastroenterologists, Dr. William Dickey and Dr. David Stewart, have provided the communities of North East Texas and South East Oklahoma with experienced GI care for over 30 years. Our Digestive Disease Specialists take a thorough approach in the "detective work" necessary to provide patients with a precise diagnosis and treatment plan. As members of the Medical Staff at Paris Regional Medical Center, Dr. Stewart and Dr. Dickey have access to the resources, technology, and network of local healthcare providers all dedicated to delivering quality patient outcomes.

Whether you're in need of a colonoscopy, or searching for a dedicated specialist to manage more complex care, the Digestive Disease Center is here in your own "back yard".

Our Team

William Dickey, PhD, MD

David Stewart, MD
Board Certified Gastroenterologist
Board Certified Internist

Contact Us | Appointments

Office | (903) 785-0025
Fax | (855) 225-9984

What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology is and area of medicine that comprises the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver. It includes common and complex conditions such as colon polyps, cancer, hepatitis, gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn), peptic ulcer disease, colitis, gallbladder and biliary tract disease, nutritional problems, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pancreatitis. Overall, a Gastroenterologist provides for the preventive care, diagnosis, and disease management of the body's digestive organs.

When Should I See a Gastroenterologist?

Typically, your Primary Care Physician will refer you to a Gastroenterologist if you have uncontrolled, new, or concerning GI symptoms. A GI Specialist is needed in specific cases, so be sure to discuss options with your PCP. Let your PCP know if you are experiencing any of the following:

Abdominal Pain
Bloody Stool
Bloating
Excessive Gas
Prolonged Constipation
Prolonged Diarrhea
Trouble Swallowing

You don't need to have symptoms to see a GI specialist for cancer screening. The American Cancer Society recommends that people at average risk* of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45. This can be done either with a sensitive test that looks for signs of cancer in a person’s stool, or with an exam that looks at the colon and rectum, like a colonoscopy. For more information about colon/rectal cancer screening please visit: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/acs-recommendations.html

Our Services

Bravo™ Reflux Testing System
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy)
ERCP (Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography)
Esophogeal Dilation
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
PillCam™
Sigmoidoscopy

Areas of Treatment

Acid Reflux
Celiac Disease
Constipation
Colorectal Cancer
Dysphagia
GERD
Hepatitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Ulcertive Colitis

Need a colonoscopy in NE Texas or SE Oklahoma?
Call The Digestive Disease Center at (903) 784-4140

Location

Pavillion 1 at PRMC
2850 Lewis Lane Ste. 111
Paris, TX 75460

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