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Martha Hierro
Gastroenterologist
Dr. Martha Hierro is a gastroenterologist practicing in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Hierro 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. Hierro performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Martha Hierro
- Santa Monica, CA
- Accepting new patients
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Diarrhea
Hello Patient, I am sorry to hear that. Reduce your fiber intake and please give our office a call to make an appointment. Thank you
Stomach discomfort
Hello, It would be beneficial to come see the Dr in person, so she can do a full examination and decide which further tests are needed. Thank you
Stomach Flu Inquiry
Hello, Please follow the directions of the prescriber, and if still persists, please call us to make an appointment. Thank you.
Did I screw up real bad?
Hello, I think you should probably try and make an appointment so the Dr can evaluate you. It's good that you're not experiencing any pain, but any foreign bodies may cause other READ MORE
Hello, I think you should probably try and make an appointment so the Dr can evaluate you. It's good that you're not experiencing any pain, but any foreign bodies may cause other problems. Please contact our office to make an appointment. Thank you
What foods to avoid after gastric bypass surgery?
Hello, The best thing would be to speak with your surgeon to see what foods to avoid depending on your specific surgery and any other health concerns you may have. Most likely, READ MORE
Hello, The best thing would be to speak with your surgeon to see what foods to avoid depending on your specific surgery and any other health concerns you may have. Most likely, they will give you a modified diet plan. Thank you
Am I eating nutritiously? Do you believe that my stomach pains are diet-related?
Hello Tyler, I am sorry you are having such a difficult time with this. I would suggest you come in and have the Dr. examine you and run some recent bloodwork to see if there is READ MORE
Hello Tyler, I am sorry you are having such a difficult time with this. I would suggest you come in and have the Dr. examine you and run some recent bloodwork to see if there is anything still going on. Please call us for an appointment. Thank you
Blood After Using the Bathroom
Hello, There are several reasons why you could have seen that blood, that may or may not be concerning. We would suggest that you see someone if it happens again or if you have READ MORE
Hello, There are several reasons why you could have seen that blood, that may or may not be concerning. We would suggest that you see someone if it happens again or if you have further concerns, Thank you
Air after swallowing
Hello, It looks like there may be more complicated matters here to discuss.
What anesthesia do you use for colon surgery?
It depends on your Dr's preferences, your medical history and what your
insurance will pay for.
insurance will pay for.
Do you stay overnight for a colon biopsy?
No, a colonoscopy is an Outpatient procedure.
What causes abdomen cramps?
It would be best if you came in for an examination so we can see what's actually causing your pain.
Heartburn
It would be best if you came in for a full examination and we can take a
look at the options of adjusting the medication.
look at the options of adjusting the medication.
Will I get general anesthesia for a liver biopsy?
I would think most likely, but it would be best to speak to your physician
who is doing the procedure.
who is doing the procedure.
Abdomen pain
It would be best if you came in for an examination so that we can see where
this is coming from and what we can do for you.
this is coming from and what we can do for you.
Hemorrhoid pain?
It would be best if you came in for an examination, so we can see the best
way to proceed.
way to proceed.
What’s my condition?
It would be best if you came in for an examination so we can discuss this
further.
further.
