Digestive Health Insights: Expert Tips, News, and Patient Stories

What Causes Intestinal Spasms?
Blog The digestive tract is made up of a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube that

What is a FibroScan?
Blog A FibroScan, or liver ultrasonographic elastography device, is an innovative, non-invasive solution to detecting non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and related
SuperBug Concerns
Blog There has been a lot of attention in the media recently about patients getting infections from ERCP scopes in
What is Diarrhea?
Blog Diarrhea is loose, watery stools. Having diarrhea means passing loose stools three or more times a day. Acute diarrhea usually lasts
What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
Blog Irritable bowel syndrome is a gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, meaning symptoms are caused by changes with a functional GI disorder that

What You Need to Know About NASH
Blog What is NASH? NASH is an acronym for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, which is when your liver is inflamed or damaged

Why Eating Too Much Dairy is Bad for Your Digestive System
Blog Let’s face it, dairy has a special place in a lot of people’s hearts when it comes to food.

Gallstones: Should I Get Gallbladder Surgery?
Blog Gallstones form when bile stored in the gallbladder hardens. Your gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side

Get the 411 on Infusion Therapy
Blog Infusion therapy is the administration of medication and/or fluids through a needle or catheter. While that may sound like a

Gastrointestinal (GI) Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
Blog If you enjoy a salad made with colorful vegetables such as dark greens, tomatoes and carrots–all drizzled with olive
So, Your Doctor Just Told You to Schedule a Colonoscopy!
Blog Almost 60,000 people per year die from colon cancer, and it’s the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the

Start Colon Cancer Screening at 45, Not 50, American Cancer Society Urges
Blog When Should I Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer? Colorectal cancer is a disease that affects the colon or rectum, starting

Does Diabetes Lead to Liver Cancer and Cirrhosis?
Blog If you are a Diabetic, it can be a good idea to take preventative steps in order to help protect
Does Vegetarian Diet Decrease Risk of Colon Cancer?
Blog On the heels of our last blog, discussing the connection between red meat and colon cancer, we came across this blog

Dr. Accurso Explores Virtual Colonoscopies in Courier News Article
Blog Imagine a less invasive colonoscopy. Dr. Charles Accurso explores the world of virtual colonoscopies in the Courier News at myCentralJersey.com.
Dr. Alan Gingold Gives Insights on Health Radio Program
Blog Dr. Alan Gingold provided an insightful hour of information on gastroenterology conditions, treatments and trends when he appeared on

Dr. Alan Gingold To Be on Health Radio Program
Blog Get insights into everything from acid reflux to the best tips for cancer screening colonoscopy. Dr. Alan Gingold, Gastroenterologist

Dr. Barghash featured in Q&A on Holiday Eating
Blog What foods are best avoided during the holiday times to avoid digestive issues? Dr. Claudia Barghash answers your questions
Dr. Barghash Gives Input for Redbook Magazine Article
Blog Our very own Dr. Claudia Barghash is credited as a source for an article in the January 2017 edition of Redbook magazine. Dr.

Dr. Gingold and Digestive Healthcare Center Featured Online
Blog We are excited to announce that Dr. Gingold was recently featured in four different healthcare articles! Check them out
Dr. Gingold Answers Digestive Health Questions Online
Blog Do you ever wonder where to go with questions about your digestive health? The internet isn’t always the best
Dr. Gingold Featured in Pain-Free Living Magazine
Blog Our very own Dr. Alan R. Gingold was recently featured in an article regarding irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in Pain-Free Living magazine. Dr.
Dr. Alan Gingold Selected as Top Doctor
Blog Dr. Alan Gingold of Digestive Healthcare Center has been selected as a Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor recipient for 2015, adding
Digestive Healthcare Center Re-Opens Warren Office After Top-Notch Renovations
Blog WARREN, NJ (November 9, 2015) – Digestive Healthcare Center (DHC) is pleased to announce that renovations for their Warren office,
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We are proud to offer comprehensive gastroenterology care at our three office locations in Somerset County, including our Hillsborough office and surgical center.
Colonoscopy at Digestive Healthcare Center in Somerset County
Proper preparation is crucial for the completion of a successful colonoscopy. Please follow all instructions given to you by your physician, and contact us with any questions you have. We are proud to provide comprehensive digestive health care and services to patients at our three gastroenterology centers in NJ, with colonoscopies performed at our Hillsborough office and surgical center. To learn more or schedule your appointment, please contact us today.