Roper St. Francis

Endoscopic Surgery

At Roper St. Francis Healthcare, we offer minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to help diagnose and treat a range of gastrointestinal conditions with a thoughtful, patient-centered approach.

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Minimally invasive care for digestive conditions

Endoscopic procedures can help your doctor evaluate symptoms, confirm a diagnosis and treat certain digestive conditions without more invasive surgery. Our team uses advanced endoscopy techniques to provide precise, efficient care for people across the greater Charleston area.

Conditions we treat

Your provider may recommend an endoscopic procedure to evaluate or treat digestive symptoms and conditions such as:

What we treat:

  • Acid reflux and GERD
  • Abdominal pain and indigestion
  • Colorectal cancer screening and evaluation
  • Dysphagia and other swallowing disorders
  • Gallstones and other bile duct diseases
  • Gastritis and stomach ulcers
  • Inflammatory bowel diseases
  • Irritable bowel syndrome and other motility disorders
  • Pancreatitis and other pancreatic diseases
  • Liver diseases, including hepatitis, cirrhosis and fatty liver disease

Benefits compared to traditional surgery

  • Less pain and scarring
  • Lower risk of infection
  • Outpatient or same-day procedure
  • Shorter recovery time
  • Smaller or no external incisions
  • Faster recovery due to procedures being performed through natural openings or small incisions.

Types of endoscopic procedures we offer

Endoscopic procedures can be diagnostic (to identify a condition) or therapeutic (to treat it during the same visit). Our skilled team performs a variety of endoscopic procedures tailored to each patient's needs. These minimally invasive techniques allow us to examine the digestive tract, identify the cause of your symptoms and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan.

Minimally invasive surgery

Patients are cared for by board-certified doctors, as well as by nurses and techs certified by their professional organizations. Many of our doctors have advanced specialized training in therapeutic services and will work with your primary doctor to evaluate and treat your gastrointestinal or pulmonary problems.

Our digestive endoscopic services include:

  • Gastrointestinal motility and hydrogen breath testing
  • GI endoscopy
  • Pediatric gastroenterology
  • Small bowel wireless capsule endoscopy

Your endoscopic surgery team

You’ll be cared for by experienced specialists who are committed to helping you feel informed and at ease. From your initial evaluation through follow-up, our team works closely with you to create a care plan tailored to your needs.

Endoscopic surgery locations

With locations in Charleston, Mount Pleasant and Summerville, we make it easier to access expert gastroenterology care close to home.

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Schedule an appointment

If you need answers about digestive symptoms or have been referred for an endoscopic procedure, our team is here to help.

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