GERD Treatment Options in South Houston and Pearland: From Lifestyle Changes to Endoscopy
“Avoid spicy foods, lose some weight, and don’t eat so late.” If you’ve seen a doctor about acid reflux, you’ve likely heard that advice. It’s not wrong — but for many people with GERD, it’s also not enough. Managing it effectively requires a layered approach — and understanding your real options is the first step. […]
Is Your Heartburn Actually GERD? A GI Doctor’s Guide for Houston-Area Patients
You reach for the antacid after dinner. Maybe once or twice a week. Maybe it’s become so routine you’ve stopped thinking about it. That pattern seems harmless — but there’s a critical difference between occasional heartburn and GERD, and you may have crossed that line without realizing it. ✓ Occasional Heartburn A symptom — the […]
What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Colonoscopy — A Patient Guide from Your GI Center
The preparation is what keeps most people from scheduling a colonoscopy. But if you ask anyone who’s been through it, they’ll say the same thing: it wasn’t nearly as bad as they expected. That gap between what people dread and what actually happens is the whole reason for this guide. 2–3 Days Before Low-fiber diet, […]
Colonoscopy at 45: What South Houston, Pearland & Lake Jackson Adults Need to Know
You just turned 45. Maybe your primary care doctor brought it up at your last annual visit. Maybe a friend mentioned they’d recently had one. Either way, you’re wondering: do I actually need a colonoscopy now? The short answer is yes — and the reason matters. 45 New recommended screening age for average-risk adults 90%+ […]
Dr. Nizam Meah Achieves GCP Certification: Opening New Doors for Advanced Patient Care at Your GI Center
Houston, TX – Your GI Center is proud to announce that Dr. Nizam Meah, board-certified gastroenterologist, has earned his Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Medical Devices (U.S. FDA Focus) certification from the internationally recognized CITI Program. This prestigious certification, accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training […]
A Legacy of Giving: The Meah Family’s Commitment to Community
Dr. Nizam Meah and his wife, Mrs. Jesmin Meah, have long believed that being part of a community means actively supporting it. This philosophy is the cornerstone of their philanthropic efforts, which are deeply rooted in a family legacy of education and service. As residents of the Pearland area for over a decade, the Meahs […]
Sylina Caballero, RN
Sylina is our Nurse Manager for the H-Town Surgery Center.
Shantele Johnson, MSN CCRN AGNP-C
With over 20 years of nursing experience her scope of practice encompasses primary care and disease prevention through colon cancer screening and use of evidence based practice to diagnose and manage common GI disorders.
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Keeping you healthy is our main aim here at The GI Center.
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Keeping you healthy is our main aim here at The GI Center