Gastroenterology Blog

As we all know, our lifestyles and our habits influence our health. However, we're often unaware of how delicate and complex our bodies are. Everything is interconnected, and improvement in one area often leads to improvement in others. For example, a good gut...

Here are 6 Things You Should Not Do After a Liver Surgery.  No matter what type of liver surgery you're about to have, recovery is the most important part of the process. Even after a procedure that's not as invasive as a liver biopsy, you would need to take some...

I would like to introduce myself as the new CEO of Tri-State Gastroenterology Associates.  I’ve lived in the Tri-State area my entire life and had the opportunity to work for Deloitte, Procter & Gamble and General Electric in a variety of roles over the last 20+...

Surgeries are both scary and stressful in general. No matter the type of procedure you are undergoing, you will feel anxious. And this is normal because all surgeries have certain risks. However, apart from the concerns regarding the surgery itself, you also have...

What You Need To Know About Colonoscopies A colonoscopy is a common preventative procedure used to screen for colon cancer. It involves inserting a long, flexible tube into the rectum to get a detailed view of the entire colon. A colonoscopy can also remove polyps,...

Recovering after a colon cancer surgery, or any surgery, for that matter, is a lengthy process. You can't expect to get back to normal right after the procedure. Instead, it's necessary to give your body enough time to heal before returning to your daily activities....