Gastroenterology (Digestive Care)

Healthy digestion is so important, yet is often taken for granted until something goes wrong. When the digestive system is disrupted, it can greatly impact your quality of life.

Our gastroenterologists treat diseases and conditions of the digestive system and its organs, including the gallbladder, liver and pancreas.

Common health concerns of patients visiting our department include:

  • colon cancer screening
  • heartburn
  • ulcers
  • food related symptoms
  • inflammatory bowel disease,
  • diarrhea
  • irritable bowel syndrome
  • abnormal liver tests
  • viral hepatitis (Hepititis B and C)
  • difficulty swallowing
  • abdominal pain
  • constipation
  • gall bladder
  • pancreatic disease

We also work closely with our Endoscopy Center to perform gastrointestinal procedures that include:

  • colonoscopy and polyp removal
  • gastroscopy
  • esophageal dilation
  • flexible sigmoidoscopy
  • capsule endoscopy
Dr. Carns shares information about colonoscopies

Dr. Carns explains the best screening for colon cancer
Dr. Carns talks about the risk factors for colon cancer
Dr. Sullivan gives details about the rising colon cancer rates
Dr. Sullivan gives reasons why age 45 is now the new age 50

We strive to work closely with your primary care provider and communicate treatment plans in a timely fashion. We are dedicated to providing excellent clinical care on a continuing basis to establish the best quality of life possible for each individual patient.

Gastroenterology
Main Street Clinic
1230 E Main St., Mankato
507-389-8509