Kevin Garza, M.D.

Why did you choose to specialize in Gastroenterology?

I chose gastroenterology because it allows me to build long-term relationships with patients living with chronic digestive conditions, while also giving me the opportunity to perform procedures that can make an immediate impact on their health and quality of life. Both aspects are deeply rewarding and keep my work meaningful and engaging.

Do you have a specialty of interest within GI?

Although I care for patients with the full spectrum of digestive health concerns, my areas of interest include celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, and colon cancer screening.

What Can Patients Expect?

I believe in working together to make decisions, taking time to explain likely outcomes, treatment options, and next steps so we can choose the best plan for your health.

Where did you study?

• Medical Fellowship: Gastroenterology Fellow, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine, and John Cochran St. Louis VA Medical Center.
• Medical Residency: Residency in Internal Medicine, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO.
• Medical Degree: Doctor of Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO.
• Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, Physics, College Honors, Washington University, St Louis, MO.

What certifications do you hold?

Board Certified in Internal Medicine

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

I enjoy spending time with my wife, daughter, and extended family here in Dallas. I get outdoors when possible, by camping, hiking, and backpacking. I love to try new recipes and board game nights with friends.

Please list your professional affiliations

• American Medical Association,
• American College of Gastroenterology
• American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Do you have any special honors or recognition in your medical career that you would like to share?

Alpha Omega Alpha – Class of 2019 Crohn’s and Colitis 360. Best Articles of 2023.

Conditions I treat:

• Abdominal Pain
• Acid Reflux
• Barrett’s Esophagus
• Bleeding or Blood in the Stool
• Celiac Disease
• Colitis
• Colorectal Polyps
• Constipation
• Crohn’s Disease
• Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)
• Diarrhea
• Diverticulitis
• Dysphagia
• Eosinophilic Esophagitis
• Fatty Liver Disease
• Fistula
• Gastritis
• GERD – Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
• H. Pylori – Heliobacter Pylori
• Hemorrhoids
• IBD – Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Ileitis
• Iron Deficiency Anemia
• Lactose Intolerance
• Liver Cirrhosis
• NASH – Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis
• PBC – Primary Biliary Cholangitis
• Peptic Ulcers
• PSC – Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
• Ulcerative Colitis

Procedures:

• Barium Studies of the Intestines
• Capsule Endoscopy
• Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
• Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
• Enteroscopy
• Esophageal Dilation
• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
• Feeding Tube Insertion (PEG)
• Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
• Virtual Telemedicine