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Gi Doctors Specializing In Celiac In Va?

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I am looking for GI doctors specializing in DH/celiac in Virginia. My family doctor and dermatologist both suggested I get a GI w/u for suspected DH/celiac. So far, I've only found Dr. Sheila Crowe in VA. However, the first available appointment isn't until the end of July. Her office gave the option of seeing a Physicians' Assistant (specializing in celiac)...getting in a month sooner.

Not sure what to do?? Get in ealier with the PA or wait to see Dr. Crowe? Or, are there any other MD's in VA specializing in celiac that I should check with?

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I am looking for GI doctors specializing in DH/celiac in Virginia. My family doctor and dermatologist both suggested I get a GI w/u for suspected DH/celiac. So far, I've only found Dr. Sheila Crowe in VA. However, the first available appointment isn't until the end of July. Her office gave the option of seeing a Physicians' Assistant (specializing in celiac)...getting in a month sooner.

Not sure what to do?? Get in ealier with the PA or wait to see Dr. Crowe? Or, are there any other MD's in VA specializing in celiac that I should check with?

LizzieO

I googled Dr. Crowe, and I recommend you do, too. Summary of her presentation to the Charlottesvilli Celiac Support Group can be found here:

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If I were you, I'd call them back first thing in the morning and schedule with her PA (physician's assistant) at the next available opening. The PA should be able to take your history and get the ball rolling with all the necessary lab work you will need to begin diagnosis. If you need to see Dr. Crowe, they will be able to arrange that, probably sooner if your labs come back strong for celiac.

From what is on the internet, she looks like a gem. Please let us know about your decision and your experience with her.

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I googled Dr. Crowe, and I recommend you do, too. Summary of her presentation to the Charlottesvilli Celiac Support Group can be found here:

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If I were you, I'd call them back first thing in the morning and schedule with her PA (physician's assistant) at the next available opening. The PA should be able to take your history and get the ball rolling with all the necessary lab work you will need to begin diagnosis. If you need to see Dr. Crowe, they will be able to arrange that, probably sooner if your labs come back strong for celiac.

From what is on the internet, she looks like a gem. Please let us know about your decision and your experience with her.

Great advise! :) Get the lab work started.

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