Inflammatory Bowel Disease With Dr. Sanket Patel, Virtua Health

Nicole Michalik and Marisa Magnatta speak with Dr. Sanket Patel, a gastroenterologist who specializes in treating patients with advanced IBD or inflammatory bowel disease. He is the director of the newly opened Virtua Crohn’s & Colitis Center, providing specialized medical, nutritional, and emotional care for advanced IBD – all in one location in Moorestown, NJ. Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term that describes long-term, or chronic, inflammation of tissues in your digestive tract. IBD is an autoimmune disorder, meaning the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissue. It is not always clear what triggers flare-ups of IBD, or why some people develop the condition and not others. Virtua Crohn’s and Colitis Center In this Stay Well Health Chat, Dr. Patel highlights the state-of-the-art facilities and the integrated approach at the Virtua Crohn’s and Colitis Center. The center is designed to provide specialized medical, nutritional, and emotional support to patients with IBD, all in one location. This holistic approach not only treats the disease but also addresses the overall well-being of the patients. Some of the topics discussed include: You specialize in treating inflammatory bowel disease, what is IBD and how is it different than IBS? Could you be living with either Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis and not know it? What are some of the symptoms or telltale signs to watch for? Can Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis develop at any age? What made YOU decide to specialize in treating IBD? When should someone see an IBD specialist like you vs. a regular GI? What would you say to someone who might be embarrassed to get help? What’s the most rewarding part of your job? Is there anything else you’d like to share about the Virtua Crohn’s & Colitis Center? https://vimeo.com/989742889 Find out more at Virtua Health.