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Gastroenterologists in Augusta, GA

Gastroenterologists specialise in the digestive system: stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas. Below are 26 gastroenterologists with a practice in Augusta, Georgia, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Gastroenterologists in Augusta

  1. John R. Hodges, M D Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  2. Matthew S. Cranford, M D Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  3. Anthony Martin, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  4. Leonard Little, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  5. Vernon C. Spaulding, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  6. Subbaramiah Sridhar, MBBS Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  7. Bryan F. Curtin, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  8. Kerry H. King, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  9. Priya D. Ravindran, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  10. Ronald Brown, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  11. Marion N. Dasher Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  12. Thomas W. Kiernan, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  13. Daniel N. Castresana, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  14. Rakhi N. Kheraj, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  15. Charles L. Spurr, M D Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  16. Evangelos Tsipotis Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  17. Sunil K. Lal, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30909
  18. Amol Sharma, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  19. Humberto Sifuentes, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  20. Satish S. Rao, MD PHD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  21. William D. Curtis, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30904
  22. Lawrence J. Lahatte, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30904
  23. Sumanth R. Daram, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912
  24. Paul B. Schwartz, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  25. Ronald Brown, MD Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30901
  26. Isaac E. Perry, DO Gastroenterology Augusta, GA 30912

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a gastroenterologist

Common reasons

  • Heartburn and reflux
  • IBS, bloating and changes in bowel habits
  • Abdominal pain
  • Colon cancer screening
  • Liver concerns

Signs it may be time

  • Digestive symptoms keep coming back
  • You are due for colon cancer screening
  • Your primary care doctor referred you
  • You notice blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss (book promptly)

How to get the most from your gastroenterologist visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks
2

During: questions to ask

  • What could be causing my symptoms?
  • Do I need a scope or other tests, and how do I prepare?
  • Which foods or habits should I track?
  • Which symptoms mean I should call sooner?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • What you ate and when symptoms started
  • Bowel changes, bloating and pain, in your own words
  • Stress and sleep, which often move with gut symptoms

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Digestive problems are about patterns: which meals, which days, how long. A symptom diary kept for a few weeks is often the single most useful thing you can bring back to your gastroenterologist. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next gastroenterologist appointment in Augusta with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find a gastroenterologist in Augusta?

This page lists 26 gastroenterologists with a practice in Augusta, Georgia (ZIP codes 30901, 30904, 30909, 30912), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a gastroenterologist in Augusta?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first gastroenterologist appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; A food and symptom diary from the last two to four weeks.

When should I start colon cancer screening?

US guidelines generally recommend starting at 45 for people at average risk, earlier with a family history. Ask your doctor what fits you.

Should I keep a food diary before my appointment?

Yes, if you can. Two to four weeks of meals and symptoms helps your doctor see patterns quickly.

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