Dr. Leticia Perondi Luz M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD ST LOUIS PARK MN, 55426About
Dr. Leticia Luz is a gastroenterologist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Luz 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. Luz performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- [Prevalence of adenocarcinoma of the esophagus and esophagogastric junction in a 10 year period at a cancer referral center in southern Brazil].
- Esophageal dysplasias are detected by endoscopy with Lugol in patients at risk for squamous cell carcinoma in southern Brazil.
- [High temperature "matè" infusion drinking in a population at risk for squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus].
- A cause of dysphagia that is difficult to swallow.
- Duodenal diverticulitis mimicking cholangitis: endoscopic and EUS appearance.
- Bilateral adrenal gland enlargement secondary to histoplasmosis mimicking adrenal metastases: diagnosis with EUS-guided FNA.
- Nitinol biliary stent versus surgery for palliation of distal malignant biliary obstruction.
- Caught on camera: an unusual type of bug in the gut.
- Type IV paraesophageal hernia.
- EUS-guided celiac plexus interventions in pancreatic cancer pain: An update and controversies for the endosonographer.
- Fake out: a giant fibroepithelial polyp mimicking a rectal tumor.
- Dedifferentiated liposarcoma presenting as a large rectal mass.
- An unusual case of large symptomatic Brunner's gland adenoma: Endoscopic ultrasound imaging.
Dr. Leticia Perondi Luz M.D.'s Practice location
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426Get Direction
Dr. Leticia Perondi Luz M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Luz
Recommended Articles
- The Gut-Brain Connection: How Does Celiac Disease Affect the Brain?
Celiac Shows Itself in Mysterious WaysCeliac disease, a genetic autoimmune disease triggered by the consumption of gluten, is known for causing intestinal inflammation and an upset stomach, with symptoms like bloating and diarrhea. Though it only affects an estimated one percent of the population, a...
- Does Crohn's or Colitis Put Someone at Risk for Another Disease?
As Ben Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” and if you have Crohn’s Disease or colitis, you know there are fewer mantras truer than this.The symptoms of IBD and some of the medical treatments that go along with it can all put you at risk for various ailments and...
- New Cannabis Patch for Celiac Disease Related Neuropathy
Recently researchers have developed a patch that contains extracts from cannabis to treat painful peripheral neuropathy related to various disorders, including celiac disease.Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease, which is a condition within the immune system that turns against some of the body's...
- Treatment of Dysphagia (Swallowing Problems)
What is dysphagia?Dysphagia is a disorder in which a person is unable to swallow food or is having difficulty in moving food down to the stomach. The throat or esophageal muscles are unable to work properly, and that leads to this disease. It is usually seen in children, old aged persons, and people...
- Is It Food Poisoning or Do I Have Gastroenteritis?
Food poisoning is different from gastro. It is more prevalent than gastroenteritis. In fact, it is estimated that about 1 in every 6 Americans experiences food poisoning daily.Gastro: The SymptomsThe following are the common signs and symptoms of gastro:• Watery stool (diarrhea)• Some stomach...
- Living in the Spotlight with Crohn's Disease
Natalie Hayden is 34, and a former TV news anchor. When she was diagnosed with Crohn's disease, and it changed her life. She endured multiple hospitalizations, was taking too many medications to count, and had seemingly constant flare ups. In 2015, she went in for her first surgery.Throughout her...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. James S Mallery MD6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD SUITE 4-820 ST LOUIS PARK MN 55426
- Dr. David Brokl M.D.6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD SAINT LOUIS PARK MN 55426
- Dr. Taiwo N Ngwa MD6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD ST LOUIS PARK MN 55426
- George Logan Other6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD ST LOUIS PARK MN 55426
- Dr. Ann M Kools M.D.6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD ST LOUIS PARK MN 55426
- Dr. Aaron Brosam M.D.6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD ST LOUIS PARK MN 55426