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Dedicated Integrated GastroESophageal Treatment (DIGEST)

Using a new model of integrated care coordination, the DIGEST program offers patient-centric, comprehensive, efficient and personalized care for the medical and surgical treatment of gastroesophageal and motility disorders.

We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all diseases of the esophagus and stomach (also known as the foregut), including, but not limited to:

The program includes a complete work-up – from an initial consultation to diagnosis – by a team of world-renowned experts across multiple specialties.

Once a patient begins the program, they can receive a diagnosis and a treatment plan in about one to two weeks.

Why Choose the DIGEST Program at Weill Cornell Medicine?

Comprehensive Care by a Tightly Integrated Team of Experts

The diagnosis and management of foregut (esophageal and stomach) diseases is complex, often requiring multiple consultations with different specialists, imaging studies, procedures and therapeutic treatments.

Weill Cornell Medicine's physicians and surgeons are recognized as experts in their fields, using the latest medical advances and state-of-the-art equipment to treat each patient. In addition to their clinical work, they are also scientists dedicated to finding new and better ways to treat these conditions.

Patients work with this team of experts throughout the process, as well as nurses, dieticians, and social workers. The exact makeup of the care team is determined by each person's specific needs and health goals.

A Convenient, Efficient, Patient-Centered Diagnosis

The DIGEST program includes a highly specialized work-up tailored to each person's situation. We understand that time matters. Our diagnostic workup is streamlined and often completed within 10 business days, expediting the journey from assessment to treatment planning.

While diagnosing these conditions can be complex, our team makes every effort to make this process as simple and efficient as possible. Based upon highly coordinated evidence-based care pathways patients are typically scheduled for their entire diagnostic work up in advance of their initial consultative visit. When possible, we book these appointments on the same day.

Cutting-Edge Technology

DIGEST stays at the forefront of medical innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in technology to provide accurate diagnostics and state-of-the-art treatments, ensuring you receive the best care possible.

Coordinated Care, Tailored to You

Each patient receives a treatment plan based on their personal needs and health goals. This plan includes a care team that works closely with patients, their caregivers and their referring providers.

The DIGEST program encourages collaboration between patients and their physicians, making it easier to coordinate care and address any issues in a more efficient manner. Additionally, a single, digital health record helps keep everyone in the loop.

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