Dang Nguyen, M.D.

Why did you choose to specialize in Gastroenterology?

I specialize in Gastroenterology because of the privilege to care for patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions. I value the opportunity of achieving a focused diagnosis, and then coordinating comprehensive, less invasive treatments with a combination of advanced endoscopic procedures and evidence-based medicine for my patients.

Do you have a specialty of interest within GI?

Barrett’s esophagus and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Screening and surveillance of gastrointestinal cancer, Hemorrhoid banding, Management of pancreatic and biliary diseases, Also Advanced endoscopy including: Diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Balloon assisted small bowel enteroscopy. Also, endoscopic management of Obesity: Orbera/Obalon balloon, correction of fistula, remodeling of anastomosis.

Where did you study?

Undergrad: University of St. Thomas
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine
Fellowship in Gastroenterology: Baylor College of Medicine

What certifications do you hold?

Board certified in Gastroenterology

What do you and your family enjoy doing in your spare time?

I enjoy spending time with my wife and our three daughters at the parks, swimming, hiking, or just relaxing with a good book.

Do you fluently speak any other languages in addition to English?

Vietnamese

Please list your professional affiliations.

• HONORARY/PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
  Member of the American College of Gastroenterology
  Member of the American Gastroenterological Association
  Member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America