Patient Finds Answers Through Timely GI Evaluation at ASC
Discover how one patient found answers for chronic digestive issues at an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
Akron’s Best GI Doctors
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Digestive Health Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in performing a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies and upper endoscopies.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Digestive Health Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in Summit County.
Patient Forms
At Digestive Health Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Digestive Health Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Meet Our Physicians
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Jacquelyn Bolwell
M.D.
Scott A. Fulton
M.D., FACG, FASGE
Jeffrey Gellis
D.O.
Brooke Glessing
M.D.
Costas H. Kefalas
M.D., MMM, MS-PopH, CPE, FACG, FASGE, AGAF, FAASLD
David Mossad
M.D.
Alexander N. Pontikos
M.D.
William F. Shaheen
M.D.
Ganesh R. Veerappan
M.D., FACG
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Jan 31, 2026
Everyone is kind, considerate and skilled from the moment you enter!
Jan 30, 2026
Very professional and caring staff. Registration was quick. The nurses explained the process in detail. The nurse anesthesiologist Jackson and Dr. Verapan gave me time to ask questions as needed
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This team of doctors and nurses are the BEST! Never had better care ever. They are very caring, polite and thorough. If you are looking for a great Digestive Doctor, I would definitely recommend these group of professionals for your care THANK YOU DHC for the great care