Department of Medicine

Adult Gastroenterology

Gastrointestinal and Liver Care with Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

Adult Gastroenterology

The Gastroenterology Division at SKMC provides high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals across the UAE. The division specializes in the diagnosis and management of a broad range of gastrointestinal, hepatology, and nutrition-related conditions, offering advanced treatment options and multidisciplinary care. With a commitment to excellence, SKMC ensures comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and day care services, supported by a team of highly skilled gastroenterologists and hepatologists.

Why Choose Us?

Highly Specialized Multidisciplinary Team

SKMC offers expertise from gastroenterologists, hepatologists, nutrition specialists, and transplant care teams to provide holistic management of complex cases.

Advanced Endoscopic Services

SKMC performs a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.

Comprehensive Transplant Care

SKMC provides specialized care for patients post-liver and small bowel transplants, ensuring seamless follow-up and management.

24/7 Coverage and Emergency Care

The division offers around-the-clock coverage for inpatient services, including consultation in critical care, emergency departments, and other SEHA facilities.

Dedicated Inpatient and Outpatient Care

SKMC provides comprehensive services through dedicated inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and day care facilities, ensuring individualized and continuous care.

Our Expertise

Gastrointestinal Disorders

  • Abdominal Pain and Functional GI Disorders
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Chronic Constipation and Diarrhea
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Pre- and Post-Biologic Therapy Monitoring

Pancreatic Disorders

  • Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Pancreatic Insufficiency and Cystic Disorders

Hepatology and Liver Disorders

  • Acute and Chronic Liver Disease
  • Hepatitis and Liver Cirrhosis Management
  • Pre- and Post-Liver Transplant Care

Transplant Services

  • Comprehensive Post-Liver and Small Bowel Transplant Care
  • Multidisciplinary Support for Long-Term Transplant Management

Nutritional Disorders and Obesity Management

  • Nutritional Deficiencies and Malnutrition
  • Underweight and Overweight Conditions
  • Feeding Disorders and Tube Feeding
  • Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Support and Monitoring

Anemia and Gastrointestinal Bleeding

  • Diagnosis and Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia
  • Investigation and Treatment of GI Bleeding

Services

Innovations and Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

Endoscopic Diagnosis and Treatment

A full range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper and lower GI endoscopies, polypectomies, and management of GI bleeding.

Biologic Therapy for IBD

Administration and monitoring of monoclonal antibodies and other biologic therapies for patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Advanced Hepatology and Transplant Care

Pre- and post-transplant care supported by a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes for liver and small bowel transplant patients.

Home Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Monitoring

Close monitoring and support for patients requiring long-term home TPN, ensuring safety and nutritional adequacy.

Intravenous Iron and Biologic Infusions

Short-stay infusion services for patients requiring IV iron therapy and biologic infusions for IBD management.

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Opening Hours

Our Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring that urgent medical care is always available whenever you need it.

Our working hours for outpatient and administrative services are as follows

Monday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM – 12:30 PM