Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. Gastroenterology is popularly known as GI (which stands for gastrointestinal). Diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract include the organs from mouth to anus, along the alimentary canal. Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion/dyspepsia, bloating and constipation are common.