CPMC Endoscopy Services

Being diagnosed with a gastrointestinal disease is the first step toward treatment and relief. At CPMC, skilled gastroenterology and endoscopic specialists diagnose and treat your condition with minimally-invasive endoscopic procedures. For more complex conditions, the Paul May and Frank Stein Interventional Endoscopy Center offers many innovative and specialized options for treatment.

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Digestive Care

Diagnosing and treating some digestive disorders requires the use of interventional procedures performed by a gastroenterologist or interventional endoscopy specialist. Digestive health experts in the Sutter Health network specialize in these minimally-invasive treatments for disorders of the esophagus, small intestine, stomach, colon, pancreas and bile ducts.

The most common interventional procedures are performed through endoscopy, which uses a thin, flexible tube with a light and video camera at the tip to visualize the digestive tract. The tube is usually inserted through the esophagus or rectum. Doctors can then remove polyps and perform minor surgeries using miniature tools on the tip of a smaller endoscope threaded through the first endoscope.

The Sutter Health network includes gastroenterology experts with advanced training in
endoscopic procedures for digestive problems, including:

Unexplained bleeding, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, abdominal pain, heartburn, vomiting or difficulty swallowing.
Gallbladder, bile duct and pancreatic duct issues.
Tumor or polyp identification and removal.
Cancers of the digestive system.
Ulcers and inflammation.
Anemia and nutritional deficiencies.
Hemorrhoids, rectal prolapse and hernias.

At CPMC, we are also able to treat more complex conditions at the Paul May and Frank Stein Interventional Endoscopy Center, which features state-of-the-art facilities for interventional endoscopy procedures.

Launched in 2001, the Interventional Endoscopy Center is the premier referral center in Northern California for patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions. The center’s founder and director, Kenneth F. Binmoeller, M.D. was honored with the Master Endoscopist of the Year Award in 2013 by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Diseases Treated With Endoscopy

Premalignant and early gastrointestinal cancers
Obstructive gastrointestinal tract cancers
Pancreatic and bile duct cancer
Barrett's Esophagus: a premalignant condition caused by chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease that can lead to the development of esophagus cancer (adenocarcinoma).
Benign strictures
Bile and pancreatic duct stones
Esophageal and stomach varices
Non-variceal bleeding
Pain management
Fistulas
Zenker's Diverticulum

Special Programs

Interventional Endoscopy Patient Information

Learn what forms to fill out and what steps you need to take before attending your appointment at the Paul May and Frank Stein Interventional Endoscopy Center.

Clinical Perspectives

Interventional Endoscopy Procedures

Interventional endoscopy specialists use technologically advanced miniature tools to examine and remove problematic tissues in the digestive tract. Learn more about recent advancements in endoscopy and the tools used by gastroenterologists.

Health and Wellness

Understanding Your Digestive Health

Approximately 70 million Americans have digestive disorders such as chronic constipation and hemorrhoids, according to the National Institutes of Health. Take control of your intestinal health with tips from Sutter Health network doctors on how to minimize common digestive problems.

Understanding Your Digestive Health