We specialize in providing comprehensive care and personalized strategies to help patients manage and optimize their digestive health. Located in Tyson’s Corner, Virginia, our dedicated team is committed to empowering individuals with digestive problems to achieve better outcomes through the principles of functional medicine and the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Understanding Digestive Problems

Digestive problems encompass a wide range of conditions that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including:

1. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): GERD is a chronic condition characterized by the reflux of stomach acid into the esophagus, leading to symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing.

2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): IBS is a functional GI disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and/or constipation, often triggered by certain foods, stress, or hormonal changes.

3. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): IBD encompasses chronic inflammatory conditions of the GI tract, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, which can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and weight loss.

4. Celiac Disease: Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten consumption, leading to damage to the lining of the small intestine and symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, and fatigue.

5. Functional Dyspepsia: Functional dyspepsia is a chronic disorder characterized by persistent or recurrent upper abdominal pain or discomfort, often accompanied by symptoms such as early satiety, bloating, belching, and nausea.

Our Approach

At Dr. Pappas Health, we take a holistic approach to managing digestive problems, focusing on identifying and addressing the underlying factors that contribute to GI dysfunction. Our approach includes:

1. Comprehensive Assessment: We’ll conduct a thorough evaluation of your medical history, symptoms, dietary habits, lifestyle factors, and diagnostic test results to assess the severity and underlying causes of your digestive problems. This comprehensive assessment allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your individual needs and goals.

2. Personalized Treatment Plans: Based on our assessment findings, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan that aims to relieve your symptoms, improve digestive function, and restore gastrointestinal health. Our treatment plans may include dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, stress management techniques, targeted supplementation, and other interventions aimed at addressing the root causes of your digestive problems and promoting optimal GI function.

3. Nutrition Guidance: Nutrition plays a crucial role in digestive health. We’ll provide you with evidence-based nutrition guidance, emphasizing the principles of the Mediterranean diet, which has been shown to support digestive health and reduce symptoms of GI disorders. Our nutrition recommendations focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, and fermented foods.

4. Lifestyle Modification: Lifestyle factors such as diet, stress, sleep quality, and physical activity can significantly impact digestive function. We’ll work with you to identify and address lifestyle factors that may be contributing to your digestive problems, providing guidance and support to help you adopt healthier habits and routines that support optimal GI health and overall well-being.

5. Ongoing Support and Monitoring: Managing digestive problems requires ongoing support and monitoring. We’ll provide you with regular follow-up visits, monitoring of your symptoms, and adjustments to your treatment plan as needed to ensure that we’re effectively managing your condition and optimizing your digestive health over time.