Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia near Hickory, NC

Care Philosophy: Charlotte Gastroenterology & Hepatology is an independent specialty practice with a staff of twenty-three highly skilled physicians. Our doctors have been serving the Charlotte region for more than 40 years. They are board-certified in gastroentero

Biography: Dr. Glen Portwood, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Davidson, NC. He is 62 years old. Dr. Glen Portwood, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Our practice takes pride in providing a team oriented and collaborative approach to each patient in a warm compassionate environment. Our patients receive high quality, evidence-based evaluation, and treatment of diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, pancreas, gallbladder, and liver. We prioritize getting to know our patients and understanding their needs and concerns to effectively and efficiently treat and improve their quality of life to restore the digestive system to its optimal health and function. Our patient first philosophy guides our extraordinary team with the experience and knowledge to provide exceptional care in a friendly, welcoming, and state of the art environment. We strive to provide culturally inclusive and comprehensive healthcare that advocates and responds to the needs of our diverse community.

Biography: Dr. Ryan's enjoys taking care of all aspects of GI disorders but strives to use advances in computer technology and clinical decision support tools to stay on the cutting edge of medical care. He was recently recognized by The Healing NET Foundation as a physician who provides extraordinary care for carcinoid and neuroendocrine patients. He is a member of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), the Mecklenburg County Medical Society (MCMS), the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS), and the North Carolina Society for Gastroenterology (NCSG). Dr. Ryan and his family live in Mooresville.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Maddukuri believes in thoughtful decision making based on existing scientific evidence and judicious use of endoscopy and other available tools. He also believes in making patients active partners in their own care.