Gastroentreology

A  Gastroenterologist should have a detailed understanding of the normal physiology of all the organs mentioned above, as well as the motility of the intestines and gastrointestinal tract, in order to maintain a healthy digestion, absorption of nutrients, removal of waste and metabolic processes.

A gastroenterologist also requires a clear understanding of ailments that affect the organs of the gastrointestinal tract:

peptic ulcer disease
stomach cancers
esophageal cancers
achalasia
Barret's esophagus
colon polyps
colon and bowel cancers
pancreatitis
pancreatic cancers
cholecystitis
bile duct disease
gallstones and cancer
hepatitis
gastroesophageal reflux
colitis
feeding problems and malabsorption
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
a range of other disease conditions