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About Russell Havranek

Russell Dean Havranek, MD is a board-certified gastroenterologist in San Antonio TX that has been in private practice since 2005 as a member of the Gastroenterology Clinic of San Antonio medical group, which specializes in the comprehensive treatment of all digestive symptoms and conditions. Dr. Havranek received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1998 and completed his Fellowship in Gastroenterology & Hepatology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in 2005. He has a special focus on promoting colon cancer awareness and prevention with colonoscopy. Also, his practice has a special focus on IBD and IBS digestive conditions and their symptoms. His gastroenterology clinic is located at 8550 Datapoint Drive, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78229.

Colon Cancer – Is there a Cure in San Antonio TX?

As we approach March 2014, which is colon cancer awareness month, I wanted to provide information to those in San Antonio TX on this cancer killing disease and that we basically have a cure.  Awareness is the key to beating colon cancer!

The cure is rather simple – get screened for colon cancer.  You just need to follow the colon cancer screening guidelines provided by the American College of Gastroenterology to determine when you should get this preventative treatment.  Be aware of factors that could move forward your suggested screening age like family history, ethnicity and individual symptoms.  Ask your physician when is the appropriate for you to

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By |2018-01-31T01:21:56-06:00March 3rd, 2014|colon cancer, Colonoscopy|2 Comments
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Colon Cancer- Learn how to Prevent this Deadly Disease

One of the real truths of life is that it will come to an end. This I can’t help you with. Of the leading causes of death for adults in the United States, the top 2 causes, heart disease and cancer, account for more than 50% of the annual death toll. And the interesting thing is that both are somewhat preventable. This I can help you with. Since I’m not a cardiologist, we will talk about cancer death. If you’ve been around long enough chances are your life has been touched by rectal or colon cancer. I know mine has. As reported by the READ THE ARTICLE

By |2020-09-17T14:11:22-05:00February 12th, 2014|colon cancer|2 Comments
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Dietary Tips for Gas and Bloating- FODMAPs

Gas and bloating.  If I could find a cure for this I would be on a beach right now somewhere sipping a Mai-Tai.  Instead I’m here at my desk writing about gas and bloating.  One of the most frustrating problems I help my patients with here in San Antonio, TX is gas and bloating.  It’s something I battle myself at times.  It can range from a grumbling sound to feeling like something is moving in your abdomen to belching and flatus and distention.  It can be an occasional nuisance or a daily problem.  My patients describe abdomens that cramp, bloat and at times get so big they

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By |2018-06-10T19:10:02-05:00January 13th, 2014|Bloating|4 Comments
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9 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain and Bloating

The holidays are here and it’s one of my favorite times of the year. Football, friends and fiesta. There aren’t many combinations I enjoy more. Unfortunately, it is also one of the worst seasons for weight gain, gas and bloating. All the good food and drinks are hard to turn down, but judging by all the new faces I see at the gym the first of every year, I think most of us misbehave. The goal during the holiday season is to enjoy yourself the best you can but at the same time maintain your goals for your health and well-being. About 75% of annual weight gain takes place during the holidays. Go ahead and celebrate, but use balance and

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By |2018-01-31T01:21:56-06:00December 11th, 2013|Bloating|2 Comments
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Colonoscopy Prep Information

I would like to start this blog by saying I’m sorry. You would think that after having colonoscopy available in San Antonio, TX for over 40 years and putting a man on the moon we would have come up with a better colonoscopy prep by now. The reality is there have been a few different colon preps available. At one time we had fleets and the tablet prep but due to patient safety concerns these are no longer readily available. This just leaves us with the dreaded “jug”. I know firsthand what taking a colonoscopy prep is like having had my first colonoscopy at age 40. It’s no fun. I watched Monday night football from

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By |2018-01-31T01:21:56-06:00November 11th, 2013|Colonoscopy|Comments Off on Colonoscopy Prep Information
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Colonoscopy Information for San Antonio TX Residents

I have had a lot of teachers in my lifetime. However, there is one that sticks in my mind for several reasons. I have called him Mr. H. since I was a child. I had Mr. H as a teacher in elementary school and he has been one of the most influential people in my life. I remember when he notified me a couple years ago to tell me he was diagnosed with colon cancer. If you have been around long enough, colorectal cancer has likely touched your life in one way or another. His colon cancer was found during colonoscopy and luckily it was caught early enough and he has been cured. Unfortunately, as a board-certified gastroenterologist

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By |2018-01-31T01:21:56-06:00October 2nd, 2013|Colonoscopy|Comments Off on Colonoscopy Information for San Antonio TX Residents
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Do I have GERD?

This is a question I get asked a lot by my San Antonio, TX patients.  Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition that most people experience at some point in their life.  One of the problems with reflux is that it can manifest in many different ways.  I get reflux on occasion.  For me it is usually during exercise, after a big meal or with alcohol.  I also get it during most Husker football games. The triggers are different for different people.

Symptoms of reflux vary.  As noted by the National Institute of Digestive Diseases

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By |2020-09-17T14:09:08-05:00September 18th, 2013|Acid Reflux|2 Comments
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What is an Open Access Colonoscopy?

An Open Access Colonoscopy is a colonoscopy procedure that does not require the patient to have an office visit with their San Antonio, TX gastroenterologist prior to their procedure. The exchange of all needed information is done over the phone. This saves the patient both time and the expense of an office visit. My goal is to make this procedure as accessible and affordable as possible to qualifying patients in order to encourage a higher participation rate.

  • Open Access Colonoscopy – Saves Time & Money

I encourage you to review my colonoscopy procedure page for more information on this potential life saving procedure.  Colon cancer is the

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By |2020-12-10T10:43:53-06:00August 18th, 2013|Colonoscopy|Comments Off on What is an Open Access Colonoscopy?
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