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Top Anorexia Gastroenterologist - Dr. Scott Liu
The complete story on Anorexia nervosa by the National Eating Disorders Association is easy to comprehend, medically proven and even has evidence-based treatment options. Offer 24/7 support, coping strategies practical, referrals to professionals to facilitate recovery and improve the well-being of persons and families.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
Family history of eating problems.
High stress or anxiety
Need or perfectionism or high need to be in control.
Stress to keep slim.
Past experiences or significant life change.
Signs and Symptoms
Rapid or ongoing weight loss
Excessive interest in calories, food or physical activity.
Missing meals or refusing to eat.
Headbanging, collapse, weakness.
Always cold, or body dry, brittle.
Hair loss or hair thinning.
How Dr. Scott Diagnoses This Condition?
Dr. Scott uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Physical Exam
He examines your nutrition, weight history, causes and character of your epigastric pain (when, how long, precipitating factors). Closer inspection of the abdomen is performed to find out whether there is tenderness, malnutrition, and dehydration.
Blood Tests
Basic laboratories include complete blood count to establish whether the patient has anemia or not, electrolytes to establish whether the patient is hydrated and well-nourished or not, liver and pancreatic enzyme, and inflammatory factors.
Imaging and Endoscopy
Abdominal ultrasound evaluating the liver, the gallbladder, the pancreas, and ruling out the possibility of gallstones or masses.
Direct visualization of the mucosa of the esophagus, gastric, and duodenum (ulcers or gastritis) or other abnormalities of the mucosa Endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) direct visualization of the esophagus, gastric and duodenum.
Investigations of gastric emptying in the event of the possibility of delayed motility or gastroparesis.
Advanced Testing (if needed)
In conclusion cases that do not agree with the initial examinations, Dr. Scott may carry out the abdominal region by performing a CT scan to determine the anatomy, 24-hour pH testing to identify the presence of acid reflux or esophageal manometry to check the motility disorder.
Treatment
Our Team offers a full range of care for anorexia nervosa.
1. Lifestyle and Diet Modifications
One-on-one dietary based on the need to maintain weight loss.
Education on nutrition in such a way that it has a balance of nutrients and calories.
Refeeding and delayed calorie replacement.
2. Psychotherapy and Medications
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address distorted food and body image thoughts.
Family-based therapy (FBT) is applied to engage loved ones in the recovery process.
Correct medication of comorbid anxiety or depression.
3. Intensive and Specialized Support
Daily/weekly intensive and outpatient programs (IOP).
Medically unstable cases of partial hospitalization/ residential treatment.
Houston Post-discharge planning, peer mentorship and local support groups.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a doctor?
As soon as possible. The severe physical and emotional complications are eradicated through early intervention.
Does Houston have an anorexia therapist?
Yes. Dr. Scott collaborates with the most appropriate local therapists that have specialized in eating disorders to give you a holistic care.
How is the difference between bulimia and anorexia?
It is anorexia with severe food intolerance and anxiety about gaining weight, and bulimia which is binge-eating followed by purging.
Will I gain weight too fast?
No. Nutrition plan will safe and slowly build-up the calories to gain weight.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. We are also accommodative to most insurance plans, not forgetting offering flexible rates.
Are there any before and after stories?
We do disclose testimonials to support groups and with your permission as a member of the recovery community as a means of protecting patient privacy.
What would become of me in case I get sick during the recovery process?
We also have a group of medical practitioners who can provide quality and timely medical support to the process in case of complications arising during the treatment.
