Hope for Healing is Here
You deserve to feel whole from the inside out. We'll help you heal with innovative treatments that ease your mind and care that lifts your spirits. Let's start healing.

Total Digestive and Surgical Care for the Whole You
Your digestive system is intricately connected to your overall well-being. That's why we treat the spectrum of conditions and beyond — from ear, nose and throat care to inflammatory bowel disease treatment and everything in between.
At the AdventHealth Digestive Health Institute, our multidisciplinary team offers minimally invasive bariatric support, cancer care and more.
Whether you’re facing concerning symptoms or a complex condition, we'll help you find answers, relief and healing with your whole health in mind.
Common Conditions, Unparalleled Care
- Bariatrics
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For bariatric surgery, you can count on our bariatric doctors. Find the resources you need for a fresh start with trusted weight-loss surgery.
- Colorectal Surgery
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Find relief from colorectal conditions with expert care. Our team treats colon and rectal cancer, anal dysplasia and many other anorectal diseases.
- Esophageal and Swallowing Disorders
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Find hope and healing at our Center — the only one in the region that treats complex esophageal and swallowing disorders.
- Fatty Liver Disease
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Fatty liver disease can lead to serious complications. Learn more about how our approach can help you stay healthy.
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
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Healing for gastrointestinal issues is here. Find relief for your gastrointestinal conditions with a gastroenterologist.
- General Surgery
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We specialize in open, endoscopic and minimally invasive surgeries, so you can feel your best. Learn more about our approach.
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
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Find comprehensive, experienced care at our Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, a designated Center of Excellence.
Innovative Care for Your Digestive Needs
The AdventHealth Digestive Health Institute is at the forefront of advanced care for complex diseases in Central Florida — and we’re raising the bar for the industry globally, too. From being home to the largest interventional endoscopy center in the U.S. to holding multiple accreditations for our subspecialty programs, we bring world-class care close to home. Our well-connected, multi-specialty care team has made our institute a destination for digestive and surgical care, and we’re ready to help you feel whole.

Pioneering Minimally Invasive Surgery
Today, laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures for colorectal conditions include approaches that mean less pain, a shorter recovery and better outcomes. In fact, TAMIS — a proven approach to rectal surgery — was developed right here at AdventHealth.

Taking a Multi-Specialty Approach
Our multidisciplinary team cares for the spectrum of digestive health concerns with experienced gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, general surgeons, hepatologists, bariatricians and many more experts.
Our Accreditations and Rankings
We are recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC). And AdventHealth Orlando is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s best hospitals for gastroenterology, gastrointestinal surgery and colon cancer surgery.
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National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer
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Only National Leader in Greater Orlando
AdventHealth Orlando is recognized as the best hospital in Greater Orlando for gastroenterology and GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report.
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National Leader in Colon Cancer Surgery
AdventHealth Orlando is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of America's best hospitals for colon cancer surgery.
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