Hi @amira_s – I know you didn’t specifically ask for an integrative or functional gastroenterologist, but knowing that you appreciate root cause/nutrition-based therapies, I asked around for one for you.

Please checkout these 2 profiles:

1. Dr. Regina Carla Will at Health Bay Polyclinic

2. Dr. Lisa Sharkey at King’s College Hospital Dubai

They do not specifically mention “functional training” but both of them have an interest/education in nutrition which is something since many gatro issues can be resolved/improved with diet & nutrition.

If this referral is for you, we’re happy to assist as well if you need support. Just let us know.

Regarding your question about how to prep for an endoscopy, I can give you a general idea but ideally it’s best to get these instructions directly from the doctor since they may want to provide or discontinue certain medications/supplements, etc that are specific to your case. If you can give the doctor a full list of medications and supplements in advance, they can let you know which to avoid/keep. In general, some supplements like fish oil, vitamin E, garlic, ginkgo, turmeric, or iron may need to be stopped several days beforehand to prevent bleeding risk or to avoid obscuring the stomach lining.

In general though, patients are usually asked to fast from all solids (~8+ hours) before an endoscopy. Liquids should also be avoided closer to the procedure time. Wear comfortable clothes on the day of the procedure and make sure you have someone with you to take you back home since sedation is typically used. It’s usually a straightforward procedure but always ask your doctor about risks and prep instructions specific to your case.

Hope that helps.