GENTLE GI | GASTROENTEROLOGIST IN HOUSTON, TX
Expert adult gastroenterology care to alleviate digestive discomfort,
treat a wide range of digestive disorders and diseases, and empower you to regain control of your well-being
Gentle GI honors your story as we collaborate to heal your gut
More face-to-face time with your doctor
Same-day sick visits
Evidence-based, personalized care plans
Screening/surveillance colonoscopy packages
Trauma-informed care
Access to meditation/yoga classes, educational lectures and Q&A sessions, multidisciplinary Q&A sessions, and book clubs
Our Services
01. Direct Care Office/ Telehealth Visits
We offer in-person office visits and telehealth consultations, welcoming new patients, follow-up appointments, and second opinions.
Appointment Types and Pricing:
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A comprehensive appointment that allows Dr. Shapiro to get to know you, understand your medical history, discuss your current concerns, and develop a personalized treatment plan
Duration: 60 minutes
Priced at $350
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Monitor your progress, address any new questions or concerns you may have, and adjust your treatment plan as needed.
Duration: 30 minutes
Priced at $175
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An in-depth consultation that allows Dr. Shapiro to review your existing medical records, discuss your current diagnosis and treatment plan, and offer his expert opinion. This can be particularly valuable if you're seeking additional insights or considering alternative approaches.
Duration: 90 minutes
Priced at $450
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The standard of care for colon cancer screening and surveillance. It can also be used to diagnose and treat other GI issues.
Gentle GI offers reduced rate, 15-minute focused colonoscopy visits for patients requiring either of the following services who have no other GI concerns to discuss:
Screening colonoscopy (no prior colonoscopy or no prior polyps)
Surveillance colonoscopy (individuals with a history of polyps on prior colonoscopies)
Initial colonoscopy visit includes consultation and the procedure, facility, anesthesiology, and pathology fees will be billed through your insurance.
Priced at $150
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Save time and travel by connecting with Dr. Shapiro from the comfort of your own home.
Pricing is the same as in-person visits.
$350 for new patients
$175 for follow-up visits
In-person visits will initially be available on Fridays between the hours of 8am and 3pm.
02. Endoscopic Procedures
We offer endoscopic procedures for diagnosing and treating various gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.
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Your vital screening/surveillance tool for colorectal cancer. It can also be used to diagnose and treat other GI issues.
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03. Office-based Procedures
We offer effective office-based procedures to address specific digestive concerns and provide prompt relief. These procedures are minimally invasive, often completed during your regular office visit, and require minimal downtime
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A safe and effective minimally invasive procedure used to treat swollen veins in the rectum or anus that can cause discomfort, bleeding, and itching.
Gentle GI offers Hemorrhoidal Banding in a package format:
1. Initial visit
Anoscopy + 1st Banding: This initial visit includes an anoscopy, which is a brief examination of the anus and rectum, to assess the hemorrhoids, and the placement of the first band.)
Priced at $250
2. Follow-up visits
2nd band, 3rd band, additional banding
$100 per band
Additional banding sessions may be necessary depending on the severity of your hemorrhoids.
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