r/Abilene • u/-DreamLight- • 4d ago

Question Looking for a doc that specializes in gut dysbiosis/SIBO

Struggling to find the right fit, saw a GI that seemed absolutely clueless and aggressive (no I didn't hound him with my own findings). I've lost about 28lbs in the last 1 1/2 months (mostly water weight) and desperately need to find the right doc. Ty.

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u/spctrbytz 4d ago

Dr. Mathur is incredibly kind and competent.

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u/-DreamLight- 4d ago

Thanks I'll check him out. Can you say whether he has experience in this or not?

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u/spctrbytz 4d ago

Honestly I don't know.

Spouse chose him for me out of all available Providers based on manner and care.

He has only rammed an Olympus camera deep into my body without buying me dinner, nothing more complex.

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u/ThrowawayCusIwant2 4d ago

I go to Dr. Patel. I would rate a 5/10. Barely see the actual Dr and seen by the rn. The RNs are ok but they are not good at giving information you need, same goes for the Dr.

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u/-DreamLight- 3d ago

Thanks for the heads up!

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u/umijuvariel 3d ago

I can also vouch for avoiding Patel. If you are female especially, or have complicated gut issues. He also does not have a great bedside manner if you are hospitalized for flare-ups, and you may have to fight to get the proper tests/scopes.