At the Endoscopy Program at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Lebanon, New Hampshire, we use endoscopic procedures to diagnose and treat all disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Our team is comprised of capable GI and anesthesia physicians, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and endoscopy technicians as well as registered nurses who are experienced in supporting you before, during, and after your procedure until the you are ready for discharge.
Upper GI specialties include the diagnosis and treatment of:
- Acute and chronic pancreatitis
- Drainage of pancreatic fluid collections
- Duodenal disorders including celiac disease
- Duodenal polyps
- Esophageal motility disorders
- Esophageal strictures
- Esophageal tumors and premalignant conditions such as Barrett’s esophagus
- Esophageal varices
- Gallbladder disease and bile duct stones
- Gastric and duodenal ulcers
- Gastric outlet obstructions
- Gastric tumors
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Gastroparesis
- Pancreatic and biliary tumors
- Upper gastrointestinal bleeding
Lower GI specialties include:
- Colorectal cancer screening and polyp removal
- Inflammatory bowel disease and other inflammatory disorders and colitis
- Lower GI bleeding
- Perirectal masses and disorders
- Rectal cancer staging
Our expertise includes advanced procedures including endoscopic ultrasound and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) techniques. We use endoscopic ultrasound and ERCP to evaluate and manage conditions of the biliary and pancreatic ducts, including stones and tumors.
Preparing for an endoscopy
For more information about endoscopy procedures and prep instructions for colonoscopies, please see the following topics in our patient education library.
Colonoscopy overview
- Colonoscopy: Overview (video): Watch this video for an overview of what a colonoscopy is and what to expect during the procedure.
- Colonoscopy: Learn what a colonoscopy is, how to prepare for a colonoscopy, and what to expect during the procedure.
Colonoscopy preparation for procedures at DHMC in Lebanon
- How to prepare for your colonoscopy using Miralax (standard)
- How to prepare for your colonoscopy using Miralax (extended)
- How to prepare for your colonoscopy using GoLytely
Note: If you're looking for colonoscopy preparation instructions for receiving the procedure at the Ambulatory Surgery Center in Manchester, please refer to this section.
Other endoscopy procedures
- Upper GI Endoscopy (video): Watch this video to learn what an upper GI endoscopy is used for and how the procedure is done.
- Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Learn what an upper GI endoscopy (also called EGD or esophagogastroduodenoscopy) is, why it's done, and how to prepare for the procedure.
- Video Capsule Endoscopy: Learn what a video capsule endoscopy is, why it's done, and how to prepare for the procedure.
Procedure support
As part of your GI care, you may need a test such as an upper endoscopy (EGD), colonoscopy, or motility testing. Medical tests can be stressful!
If you are scheduled for an upcoming test at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Gastroenterology and are feeling nervous or anxious about it, our behavioral health team can help. We can meet with you about your concerns, provide you with more information and support leading up to the procedure, and even accompany you in the procedure room on the day of your test.
For more information about procedure support, email or call Lebanon Gastrointestinal Behavioral Health.
For more information about our behavioral health services, visit the Gastrointestinal Behavioral Health website.
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Appointments and referrals
Please visit our Appointments and Referrals page for information about making an appointment.