Paragon Surgical Center, LLC | digestive-health

Common Gastrointestinal Conditions Requiring Surgery: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
posted: Apr. 08, 2024.

Most common gastrointestinal conditions can be treated conservatively. But when they are not responding to other options, gastrointestinal surgery in Saint Thomas, VI, may be required. Our team of board-certified Read more
Understanding the Benefits of Colonoscopies
posted: Mar. 08, 2024.

Your doctor can recommend a colonoscopy as part of an ongoing diagnosis or to screen for colon cancer, and while it can seem daunting at first, there are many benefits Read more
Demystifying Diverticulitis: Understanding Causes and Symptoms
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

Saint Thomas, VI, is home to the Paragon Surgical Center, where award-winning, experienced, skilled, and licensed medical doctors specialize in various fields like gastrointestinal health and diverticulitis. Our doctors want Read more
Gastrointestinal Procedures at Paragon: Enhancing Digestive Health
posted: Dec. 22, 2023.

Paragon Surgical Center in Saint Thomas, VI, can provide various gastrointestinal health treatment options that will help you recover from various concerns. Our goal is to provide you with a Read more
Your First Colonoscopy: What To Expect Colonoscopy
posted: Aug. 09, 2023.

A colonoscopy is a procedure for viewing the lining of the colon without surgery. It aids in the detection of colon cancer and other gastrointestinal conditions. Healthy adults should have Read more
What Is a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy?
posted: Dec. 12, 2022.

The experienced and diverse team at Paragon Surgical Center, serving Saint Thomas, VI, offers flexible sigmoidoscopy screening, among other specialized and standard screenings and interventions. For this reason, we should be Read more
FAQs About Diverticulitis
posted: Dec. 03, 2022.

Diverticulitis is a condition that can cause severe abdominal pain as well as a plethora of other painful symptoms. If you have a family history of diverticulitis or you experience Read more
What Is a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy?
posted: Dec. 01, 2022.

Have you been told you need a flexible sigmoidoscopy but have questions or concerns? We at Paragon Surgical Center in Saint Thomas, VI have your answers. Read on to find Read more
When to Get an Upper Endoscopy
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.

When you’re dealing with gastrointestinal issues, your doctor needs a way to see the inside of your gastrointestinal tract to be able to diagnose what you might be dealing with. Read more
Understanding Diverticulosis
posted: Jun. 29, 2022.

How your gastroenterologists in Saint Thomas, VI, can help with diverticulosis treatment Occasional abdominal pain or cramping are normal and could be due to a variety of things, including diarrhea, constipation, Read more
How Often Should I Get a Colonoscopy?
posted: Jun. 28, 2022.

Take a colonoscopy in Saint Thomas, VI today with the help of our providers at the Paragon Surgical Center. Why Is Getting a Colonoscopy Important? Upon reaching a certain age, we all Read more
What is an Upper Endoscopy?
posted: Feb. 17, 2022.

An upper endoscopy from your doctors in Saint Thomas, VI, can help you feel better. An upper endoscopy is a procedure that is used to diagnose a wide variety of gastrointestinal Read more
What Can I Expect During ERCP?
posted: Sep. 30, 2021.

If you are experiencing digestive issues or problems with the pancreas, you may need an ERCP procedure soon. If you live in Saint Thomas, VI, get ERCP treatment at Paragon Read more
The Importance of a Colonoscopy
posted: Jul. 21, 2021.

Find out why everyone could benefit from getting routine colonoscopies. If you’re approaching 50 years old then you may have already been told that you need to schedule your first colonoscopy Read more
What To Do if You Have Rectal Bleeding
posted: Jun. 24, 2021.

It's shocking to find blood in the toilet. The doctors at Paragon Surgical Center provide Saint Thomas, VI, patients with the information and treatment they need for rectal bleeding. What is Read more
What Is Diverticulosis?
posted: Mar. 19, 2021.

Have you been diagnosed with diverticular disease? Here’s what you should know. Diverticular disease is a condition that impacts the bowels. More specifically, it causes pockets known as diverticula to form Read more