Specialists in digestive health

Gastroenterologists are physicians with dedicated training and experience in the management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. Our staff includes ten board-certified gastroenterologists in addition to nearly 70 clinical and administrative personnel.

Our practice covers the entire range of gastrointestinal disorders, including:

• Celiac Sprue
• Colon Cancer
• Crohn’s & Colitis
• Esophageal Disorders
• Gallbladder & Biliary Tract Disease
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Liver Disease
• Pancreatic Disease
• Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Ulcers

In addition, we perform these procedures on-site:

• Capsule Endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Diagnostic & Therapeutic Endoscopy
• Esophageal Dilatation
• Polypectomy

Mission Statement

Portland Gastroenterology Center exists to provide high quality, compassionate care to patients with digestive health problems or concerns, to participate in educational and research activities, and to maximize the professional and academic potential of its physicians and staff.

Located at 1200 Congress Street, Portland, Maine

Portland Gastroenterology Center is one of New England’s largest gastroenterology facilities. We provide consultation services and treatment in our newly expanded, state-of-the-art Center. Physician offices and examination rooms are on the third floor. The second floor houses our endoscopy center for colonoscopies and other procedures.

Recognized leadership

As participants in numerous research projects, our doctors have access to the latest techniques and technology. Our physicians are also leaders in specialized areas of expertise. For example, Dr. Douglas Howell is an international leader in treating pancreatic disorders and is director of the Pancreaticobiliary Center at Maine Medical Center. Dr. Alan Kilby is Maine’s top-ranking hepatologist and co-director of the Maine Medical Center Virology Treatment Center.

Our physicians are helping to educate a new generation of specialists:

• on staff at the University of Vermont College of Medicine
• teaching residents at Maine Medical Center
• offering advanced training fellowships in interventional endoscopy

We also have the distinction of being Maine’s first gastroenterology practice with an AAAHC-accredited endoscopy facility.

Visit the AAAHC website for more information about accreditation.