Gastroenterology (digestion)

A gastroenterologist deals with gastrointestinal problems (stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, biliary tract, and pancreas diseases).

The IBD nurse counsels patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.

The main problems and reasons for consulting a gastroenterologist: constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, or a lot of gas, analyses reveal poor blood, liver, and pancreas function disorders and pain in the stomach.

You can see a gastroenterologist or an IBD nurse without a referral. Reception financed by the Health Insurance Fund takes place only if there is a referral letter.

A nutritionist advises clients on evidence-based nutrition and exercise recommendations to maintain and promote health. He can make nutritional plans and give advice on physical activity. A nutritional therapist, on the other hand, deals with the causes of health problems, corrects metabolic changes in the body with the help of nutrition and prescribes disease-causing diets.

The main problems and reasons for consulting a nutritionist or nutrition therapist: interpreting a food intolerance test, improving nutrition, losing weight, gaining weight, digestive problems, concerns with nutrition, and choosing a diet.