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Neurogastroenterology and Motility Disorders Program

Digestive Health Center

Neurogastroenterology and Motility Disorders Program

At the Stanford Neurogastroenterology, Motility and Functional Disorders Program, we combine highly specialized testing with advanced treatments to provide customized, advanced care. Our program leaders are experts who have dedicated their careers to researching and treating complex gastrointestinal disorders.

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420 Broadway Street, Pavilion D, 2nd Floor
Redwood City, CA 94063
Phone: 650-736-5555 Getting Here
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420 Broadway Street, Pavilion D, 2nd Floor
Redwood City, CA 94063
Phone: 650-736-5555 Getting Here
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Care and Treatment

Treatments at the Neurogastroenterology, Motility and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Program

Our active role in research and clinical trials helps us understand motility issues at the molecular level. With this information, we can develop personalized treatments for each individual. From the latest medications to special gastroparesis diets and minimally invasive surgery, we offer the full range of available treatments.

Treatments available through the Neurogastroenterology, Motility and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Program include:

  • Biofeedback: Using a special machine and sensor probe, we help you retrain muscles along your gastrointestinal tract.
  • Botulinum toxin injections: Injecting small amounts of botulinum toxin (Botox®) into the muscles of your gastrointestinal tract can help them relax and work in a more coordinated fashion. Learn more about botulinum toxin injections for gastrointestinal disorders.
  • Nutrition therapy: Our nutrition experts can help you find foods that are easy to digest and will make sure you are receiving proper nutrition. Learn more about our Nutrition Services.
  • Pain management: Offering innovative approaches, experts in our Gastrointestinal (GI) Pain Clinic address the source of your pain. Your treatment may include medications, stress management, or alternative therapies, such as medical acupuncture.
  • Gastric electrical stimulation: Using electrodes attached to your stomach wall, a special device sends electrical pulses – which most people do not feel – to help trigger stomach contractions that move food along your gastrointestinal tract. Learn more about gastric electrical stimulation.
  • Medication: We offer personalized medication plans to address all of your symptoms and other health conditions. These medications stimulate muscle contractions in your stomach, alter nerve sensation or boost levels of good bacteria.
  • Celiac nerve block: This treatment works by injecting pain medication directly into the bundle of nerves that control sensation in your abdominal organs (celiac plexus). Learn more about celiac nerve block.
  • Surgeries, when medically appropriate, may include:
    • Esophagus treatments: We offer minimally invasive procedures to loosen up stiff muscles in your esophagus, such as peroral endoscopic myotomy and Heller myotomy.
    • Gastrectomy or gastric bypass: These surgeries reduce the volume of food your stomach can handle and create a new connection (bypass) to your small intestines. Learn more about gastrectomy and gastric bypass for gastrointestinal disorders.
    • Feeding tube placement: If you are on enteral nutrition therapy and are experiencing problems with your feeding tube, you may need a procedure to replace it.

Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.

Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.

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For Patients

Please confirm the location of your appointment as our doctors and staff see patients at multiple locations.

Prepare for your appointment

For endoscopic procedures:

  • You will receive written preparation instructions from the clinic or your doctor.
  • Please ensure that your referring doctor has obtained and faxed insurance authorization for your procedure to 1-650-723-8305

Referrals

Phone: 1-866-742-4811
Fax: 650-320-9443
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Stanford Health Care (formerly Stanford Hospital & Clinics) provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as provides the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions, visit Referring Physicians.

How to refer

Fax a referral form with supporting documentation to 650-320-9443.

  • Send referrals online
  • Place radiology and lab orders
  • View referral status
  • Access medical records

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To request an appointment with one of our doctors, call 650-736-5555