What is GI doctor short for?
Gastroenterologists are doctors who are trained to diagnose and treat problems in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver.
What organs does a GI doctor treat?
Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver.
Is GI the same as gastroenterology?
The words gastroenterology and gastrointestinal have similar meanings but are not the same. Gastroenterology is a noun that refers to the medical specialty focused on the digestive tract. Gastrointestinal is an adjective, usually used to refer to the digestive tract as a whole.
Is MBBS necessary for gastroenterologist?
Gastroenterologist Eligibility
The minimum qualification to become a Gastroenterologist in India is a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by 2 years MD (Medicine) Course further followed by 3 Years DM (Gastroenterology) course - specialization of the fields.