A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health: Everything You Need to Know About Colonoscopy, Digestive Diseases, and Healthy Eating

by David M. Novick

Millions of Americans have complaints about, or disorders of, the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, or pancreas, all of which comprise the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This book provides accurate, reliable, and up-to-date information on the most common GI disorders.Written by a gastroenterologist with decades of clinical and research experience, A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health provides the advice that Dr. Novick gives to patients in his practice every day, written in a clear, conversational, and easily understandable style. Advocating strongly for colon cancer screening and prevention, he walks readers through the process of colonoscopy, demystifying the procedure so patients know exactly what to expect. A review of alternatives to colonoscopy are also included. In addition to colonoscopy and colon cancer, Dr. Novick reviews irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, acid reflux, hepatitis C, hemorrhoids, and many other GI diseases. He provides clear and specific details on best nutrition practices and explains how to get the most out of your visit to the doctor. Anyone with questions about digestive health, prevention, and screening will find here a ready and accessible resource for staying healthy and feeling good.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health, Science

332 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 1, 2017

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is hard to classify a population that would benefit the most from this textbook. It is easy enough to read along for patients to understand and a handy glossary towards the end of the book. But it doesn't provide enough information to make it worthwhile for medical professionals to utilize, and the format is not interactive or engaging enough for patients to learn more about their current conditions.
Perhaps if the information was organized better, it would be easier to find topics and make the process less frustrating.

[Chelsie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Gastroenterologist's Guide to Gut Health is an easy-to-read resource for everything GI.  Whether you're nervous about that upcoming colonoscopy or you're looking for answers on a healthy diet, let author Dr. David Novick walk you through it. The writing style is informative with bits of humor to keep it light. The chapters flow nicely and are filled with visual aids and case reports. Take-home messages are included throughout to summarize and emphasize key points on each subject.

As a GI nurse, I wish I would have had this book when I was new to the field. It will be an excellent resource for nursing and medical students to come.

As a daughter, grand-daughter, sister, niece, friend, and acquaintance, I can't wait to refer all those I know to this book. 

This book has the power to educate and save lives.

[Kb · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book showed up in my library app so I thought I’d have a look at it. It’s basically a friendly gastroenterologist telling you what he knows about various illnesses related to the GI tract. It’s a bit like reading one of those medical web sites, like the Mayo Clinic, only better, because there is a slightly detectable personality, especially in sections dealing with case notes and other personal experiences. An interesting read, but not one I would have sought out purposely without a specific relevant diagnosis.

[Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

I only read parts of this book, skimmed the rest. It was very informative about diseases of the digestive system, and what to expect from various medical procedures to evaluate and treat them, but not really what I was looking for.

[Raymond Goss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative, fairly good coverage of topics, geared to non-medical professionals. I would recommend it to people who have relatives who have had polyps, cancer or other related trouble. Those who are preparing for a colonoscopy will find the details useful.

[Sonja · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full of information! Gave me ideas of how to improve my health.

[Yycdaisy · Rating 3 out of 5]

More of a resource. I used it to look up a couple of things.

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice, easy to understand introduction to gut disorders, procedures, and maintaining a healthy gut through diet and exercise.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this book helpful. Author knowledgeable and wrote concisely but clearly.

[Diana Mielecki · Rating 2 out of 5]

Way too technical.

[Gina · Rating 3 out of 5]

It has some new information I did not know, but I think it did a good job of covering the basics.

[Sally Blommel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone should have a copy of this book at home. It's so well written and easy to understand, and it covers eveything associated with gut health. Dr. Novick easily guides us through the functions of each part of the gut and thoroughly discusses the ailments, diseases, procedures and prevention. Unlike many medical reference books, this one reassures the reader with the doctor's candid answers to many common questions people have about colonoscopies, Crohn's Disease, heartburn, hemorrhoids, drugs, risks and more. It alleviates many fears and the need to search the internet. Also a plus...the good doctor will donate 10 percent of royalties received to charities that will benefit people with GI diseases.