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Address
4224 Houma Boulevard Ste 400
Metairie, LA 70006
Phone
504-456-8020Quick Facts
- Virtual Telemedicine Visits Available, Call For Details
- Board Certified Gastroenterologist
- Currently Accepting New Patients
- Most Insurance Plans Accepted
- Performs Colonoscopies
Locations
Metairie, LA Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology in Metairie, LA
Metairie, LA Gastroenterology
4224 Houma Boulevard
Ste 400
Open today 8 AM - 5 PM
Metairie, LA Gastroenterology Research
Gastroenterology in Metairie, LA
Metairie, LA Gastroenterology Research
4224 Houma Boulevard
Ste. 400
Open today 8 AM - 5 PM
Metairie Endoscopy
Gastroenterology in Metairie, LA
Metairie Endoscopy
4228 Houma Boulevard
Ste 520
Closing soon at 3 PM
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About Brett Hymel, M.D.
Dr. Brett Hymel is a board certified Gastroenterologist with Metropolitan Gastroenterology/GI Alliance. He performs routine GI procedures such as EGD and colonoscopy, in addition to an array of advanced/therapeutic procedures such as ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, liver biopsy, hemorrhoidal banding/ablation, HALO therapy for Barrett’s Esophagus, Stretta treatment for reflux disease, endoscopic resection of large colon/stomach/intestinal polyps/lesions, celiac plexus nerve blocks, among others. Dr. Hymel is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, The American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and The American Gastroenterology Association.
Education:
- Undergraduate: Nicholls State University
- Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine – Shreveport
- Residency: Tulane University School of Medicine
- Fellowship: Louisiana State University School of Medicine – New Orleans
Why did you choose to specialize in Gastroenterology?
Gastroenterology is a diverse field offering both non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as well as the maintenance of long term relationships with many of our patients.
Do you have a specialty of interest in Gastroenterology?
Pancreatobiliary disease and Endoscopic mucosal resection of large intestinal lesions/polyps.
What do you and your family enjoy doing in your spare time?
I enjoy spending time with family, including dining out, traveling, worshiping.
Awards and Accreditation:
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Certifications
- Board Certified in Gastroenterology
Professional Affiliations
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Gastroenterological Association
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Louisiana Gastroenterology Society
Topics
- Abdominal Pain
- Anal/Rectal Bleeding
- Bloating
- Blood in the Stool
- Bowel Incontinence
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Unexplained Weight Gain/Loss
- Vomiting
- Yellowing of the Skin/Eyes
- Acid Reflux
- Anal Fissure
- Anemia/Iron Deficiency
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Biliary Obstruction
- C. Difficile Colitis
- Celiac Disease
- Colitis
- Colon Cancer
- Colorectal Polyps
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis
- Dysphagia
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Motility Disorder
- Esophagitis
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fistula
- Food Intolerance
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gastritis
- GERD
- Helicobacter Pylori
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Ileitis
- Impacted Bowel
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Jaundice
- Lactose Intolerance
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcers
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Anorectal Manometry
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy
- EGD
- Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
- Enteroscopy
- ERCP
- Esophageal Dilation
- Esophageal Manometry
- Feeding Tube Insertion (PEG)
- FibroScan®
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Infusion Therapy (IV Infusion)
- Sphincterotomy
Reviews
5 star in every way.. Skill, bedside manner, clear communication with a heart exuding genuine love while explaining realities. Listens. Would recommend with zero hesitation.
Dr. Hymel and his staff are the absolute best!! They went above and beyond for my procedure. They made me feel important and comfortable throughout the entire process. My procedure went well and I felt supported the entire time. I would definitely recommend Dr. Hymel to all of my friends and family.
Great services
Dear Doctor B. Hymel, Thank you for your assistance in performing the colonscope procedure. I would greatly appreciate if you inform your admissions, nurses and all others who represent you during the aforementioned procedure that they want above and beyond the call to be very helpful to my specific needs. Sincerely yours, George Corcoran
Dr. Hymel and his staff are so very efficient and caring. Dr. Hymel is also extremely thorough and takes as much time needed with me. Great place for quality treatment.
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Total Reviews
4.9
Average Rating