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Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology Services

Did you know that colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.? However, most of these cases could have been prevented with regular colonoscopy screenings, and up to 90% of cancers are caught by screening. 

At The Queen’s Health System, we support preventive health while delivering comprehensive gastroenterology services for the diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases of the digestive system.

Our goal is to ensure your digestive health and overall well-being. It’s why we do what we do, and why we look forward to serving you and your family.

Why Choose Queen’s for Gastroenterology Services?

Our caring and compassionate team of experts promises to care for you like a member of our ‘ohana as we work to treat and prevent diseases of the digestive system. Every time, you can trust that your care will be delivered with compassion, aloha, respect and excellence. 

Access

Our Gastroenterology Clinics offer a full range of consultative and procedural services for patients with gastrointestinal conditions as well as preventive colon cancer screening exams.

Expert Diagnosis

Digestive diseases can be hard to diagnose because their symptoms may not be clear. Our highly qualified team of medical professionals is able to make a clear, accurate diagnosis, resulting in prompt treatment that gets you back to living a healthy, pain free life. 

Quality Care

We provide you with the most up-to-date medical care through a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal and liver disorders. We work together with you and your care team to ensure the best possible digestive health outcomes. 

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Gastroenterology Services

Some common gastroenterology conditions include: 

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Gallstones
  • Celiac Disease
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Diverticulitis

We offer a wide variety of services to treat these conditions and more:  

  • Argon Plasma Coagulation and Ablation
  • Barrett’s Esophagus Ablation
  • Colonoscopy and Endoscopy
  • Direct Access Screening Program
  • Endoluminal and Biliary Stent Placement
  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD or Upper Endoscopy)
  • Esophageal Manometry
  • Esophageal pH Study
  • Hydrogen Breath Testing
  • Lactose Intolerance Testing
  • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Feeding Tube Placement
  • Single Balloon Enteroscopy

Colonoscopy

No other screening tool is as effective as a colonoscopy, and it does not need to be repeated for 5 to 10 years, depending on the results. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), colon cancer screening should be done beginning at age 50. If there are other factors involved, such as a strong family history of colon cancer or polyps, or if you have had inflammatory bowel disease or polyps, screening should be done earlier.

Wondering what to expect? Take a look at this educational video to learn more about what to expect and how to prepare for your colonoscopy procedure. 

If you’re ready to schedule your screening, ask your doctor about the Queen’s Colon Screening Program, or call us at 808-691-8270 (Honolulu) or 808-691-3150 (Ewa Beach) for more information.

Meet Our Gastroenterology Specialists

Our team of highly-skilled gastroenterologists, nurses and staff care for patients with disorders of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, biliary tract, small intestine and large intestine (including colon and rectum). Explore our ‘Find a Doctor’ tool to meet our staff, view their profiles and select the one that’s right for you.

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Ankur Jain, MD

Gastroenterology

Carlson B. Wong, MD

Gastroenterology

Jennifer M. Tamai, MD

Gastroenterology

Scott K. Kuwada, MD

Gastroenterology

Shilpa Jain, MD

Gastroenterology

Explore our Gastroenterology Locations

As a comprehensive provider of  dental services in Hawai‘i, we’re committed to providing you with quality of care, close to home.

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The Queen's Medical Center

1301 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
808-691-1000

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The Queen's Medical Center - West Oahu

91-2141 Fort Weaver Road
Ewa Beach, Hawaii 96706
808-691-3000

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Gastroenterology Resources

These resources can help you maintain excellent dental health:  

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

American Gastrointestinal Association

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