Gastroenterology
Hanover Medical Specialists Gastroenterology division, located at 1515 Doctors Circle in Wilmington, NC, specializes in stomach, liver, and diseases of the digestive tract.
Gastroenterology Directory
Michael R. Mastrangelo, M.D.
James M. Mertesdorf, M.D.
Frederick H. Opper, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G., A.G.A.F.
William A. Gramley, M.D.
Kevin M. Gaylord, M.D.
Mary J. Lawrence, PA‑C
William E. Rigsbee, PA‑C, MMS
Kay Louthian, PA‑C
Gastroenterology Accreditations and Affiliations
Gastroenterology Related Articles
- Colon Cancer Screening - Frederick H. Opper, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G., A.G.A.F.
- Colon Cancer: What You Need To Know - Birgit A. Arb, M.D.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome – Frederick H. Opper, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G., A.G.A.F.
- Colon Cancer Screening Can Save Lives – James Mertesdorf, M.D.
- Who's At Risk For Colon Cancer? - Star-News, March 30, 2008 - James Mertesdorf, M.D.
- Volunteering for a Clinical Research Study at Hanover Medical Specialists – Karen Kass, R.N., Clinical Research Coordinator
Announcements
- Hanover Medical Specialists, P.A., Endoscopy Center has achieved accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
- Endoscopy Center is now open
Tests and Procedures
- Endoscopy
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- 24-hour pH Probe
- Esophageal Monometry
- Esophageal Dilatation
- Liver Biopsy
- Laboratory Evaluations
- Colon Cancer Screening
- ERCP (Gallstones and Complications)
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Hydrogen Breath Test
- Remicade Infusion
- Hemorrhoid Banding
Patient Services
- Clinical Research Studies
CPR
Staff certified in CPR is on site at all times.
Appointments / Referrals
(910) 763-1219
Gastroenterology accepts doctor-referred and self-referred patients.
HMS GI physicians offer a choice of three healthcare centers at which to perform procedures. These are:
NOTE: Medical emergencies do occur in Gastroenterology. Should your physician reschedule your appointment on short notice due to an emergency, your needs will be accomodated in a timely manner. Your cooperation is appreciated and Hanover Medical Specialists, P.A. assures you that the same emergency attention will be extended to you should the need arise.
Support Groups
National associations and support groups linked on Patient Education page.
This information is as current as we know – please check with Vitaline at (910) 815-5188 before you go the first time. This is also listed in the Neighbors section of Wilmington Star-News on Wednesdays.
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Support Group
When: 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM
Where: UNC-W Morton Hall – Rm. 104
Hepatitis Education Support Group
When: 7-8:30 pm, 2nd Tuesday of every month
Where: Rm. W020, Cape Fear Community College, Wilmington, NC
Location
Gastroenterology: Building A (see location map)
Gastroenterology: Building A
Gastroenterology: Building B (see location map)
Gastroenterology: Building B
Endoscopy Center (see location map)
Endoscopy Center
Gastroenterology Patient Education
The Internet has a wealth of information and mis-information. HMS offers the following links for general reference. Some links may direct you to other sites specifically not listed on this page and not reviewed by HMS physicians. Always consult your physician before starting with any new treatment.
National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases – (at NIH) endocrine diseases, obesity, digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, hemochromatosis, blood diseases, othersAmerican College of Gastroenterology – GI diseases information
American Liver Foundation – information on liver diseases
American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy – endoscopy, colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy information for patients
American Digestive Health Foundation
ADHF Homepage – patient education on colorectal cancer, viral hepatitis, and ulcers
American Gastroenterological Association – good “Public Section” with GI information and daily news stories
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America – Crohn’s disease, colitis information – support chapters
National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance – started by Katie Couric
For general medical information links go to Patient Education.