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Dr. Santa Nandi

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Santa Nandi is a gastroenterologist practicing in Hicksville, New York. Dr. Nandi specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Nandi performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
28 years Experience
Dr. Santa Nandi
Specializes in:
  • Colonoscopy
  • Endoscopy
  • Digestive System
  • Liver disorders
  • Hicksville, NY
  • Albert Einstein college of medicine Lij
  • Accepting new patients

Morning diarrhea?

IBS is diagnosed after other diseases have been excluded. You must have further testing including upper and lower GI endoscopy given that you’re over 50 years old.

How to handle colon problems?

Treatment with medications can help your symptoms. Discuss in detail with your gastroenterologist please.

What foods are bad for acid reflux?

High-acid foods should be avoided as much as possible. Please check online for a list of high-acid food items.

What is the best medication for GERD?

There are multiple medications for GERD. Treatment should be individualized depending upon disease severity.

What is the difference between a gastric ulcer and a peptic ulcer?

Gastric ulcer is one type of peptic ulcer.

Effects from taking cipro/flagyl antibiotics?

First confirm that your condition has healed and that you don’t have residual disease.

Big lumps on abdomen?

Visit your local physician please

When should I be concerned about my child's stomach pain?

Right away. Hope you’ve taken care of it already.

When should you go to the ER for gastritis?

Hi,

Have you confirmed your diagnosis? An ER visit is for any situation that feels like an emergency.

Soft Bowel Movements?

You should discuss your chronic health issues with your physician in person. Personal health Information like this is best discussed when you’re in a physician’s office.

How do you treat colic in adults?

Not sure what you mean by colic in adults. If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome then you will need to see a specialist first for proper long term management.

Gastrointestinal problem?

You will have to see a physician for further advice.

Does pancreatitis cause gas?

That’s not a common symptom for acute pancreatitis.

How can I detox my bowels in one day?

Please consult a physician.

Where is the pain of pancreatitis felt?

Abdominal pain is a common symptom.

Loose stools and diarrhea?

This site is not meant for diagnosis or treatment. Please visit a physician if your symptoms persist.

Lower right middle pain in belly?

You need to visit a physician.

One 40mg esomeprazole magnesium dose vs. 2 20mg doses?

You can try using 20 mg twice daily for a week or so and then update your physician with the results.

When should I go to the doctor for gastritis?

Not sure how you came to know that you have gastritis. If you’re having abdominal symptoms then you should visit a physician.