The Gastrointestinal Oncology Program at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Digestive Disease Institute is led by a team of physicians and staff experienced in the most cutting-edge techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.
The gastrointestinal oncology team uses a multidisciplinary approach to create an individualized plan for each patient that includes diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers are some of the most complex cancers and, for that reason, are often difficult to treat.
The gastrointestinal oncology team at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi treats a wide range of cancers, including:
Gastrointestinal oncology surgeons at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi are leaders in cutting-edge laparoscopic and robotic surgery, in addition to traditional open surgery. When possible, the team makes use of minimally invasive robotically-assisted technology, which can be used to provide a higher level of dexterity for highly complex operations.
At the Digestive Disease Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, our team of specialists are highly trained in a variety of procedures for the diagnosis and therapeutic treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.
Diagnosis of Gastrointestinal Cancers
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s gastroenterologists and radiologists ar e skilled and experienced in advanced endoscopic and imaging techniques that allow for obtaining a quick and accurate diagnosis. Doctors may need to perform a number of tests in order to correctly diagnose a tumor. These tests may include:
Some of the procedures performed in the Digestive Disease Institute include:
The Gastrointestinal Oncology Program also offers a variety of non-invasive surgeries, including:
The gastrointestinal oncology team at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi brings expertise in the management of complex gastrointestinal cancers.
Caregivers involved in patient care for the Gastrointestinal Oncology Program are: