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Dr. Santa Nandi

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Santa Nandi is a gastroenterologist practicing in Hicksville, New York. Dr. Nandi specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Nandi performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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28 years Experience
Dr. Santa Nandi
Specializes in:
  • Colonoscopy
  • Endoscopy
  • Digestive System
  • Liver disorders
  • Hicksville, NY
  • Albert Einstein college of medicine Lij
  • Accepting new patients

How painful is gastric bypass surgery?

The surgery itself is done with anesthesia. Post-operative pain and its management are best discussed with your surgeon.

What foods help to stop diarrhea?

How old is your son? Make sure he doesn’t dehydrate. Treat the cause of diarrhea and hydrate.

What is the most successful weight loss procedure?

Very long discussion. Best discussed face to face with your physician. I hope you have already started a diet and exercise regimen.

How do you sleep with gas pains at night?

Please take him to a physician it’s very difficult to sleep with any pain.

What relieves constipation?

Try a mild laxative and drink plenty of water. See a physician if that doesn’t help.

Is surgery the only option for an inguinal hernia?

Yes. For a healthy 44 year old that’s your option.

Will gastritis go away on its own?

That depends on what caused your gastritis.

The best treatment options for IBD?

Your specialist will be able to guide you about the different lines of treatment for IBD. It’s a discussion you must have with your Gastroenterologist who diagnosed you. Please READ MORE
Your specialist will be able to guide you about the different lines of treatment for IBD. It’s a discussion you must have with your Gastroenterologist who diagnosed you. Please be compliant with your meds as well as with your follow up visits to your physician’s office.

How long does diverticulitis surgery last?

Do you mean how long the surgery takes to be completed? That’s best answered by your surgeon. It depends on how much of the colon would need to be respected, and whether or not READ MORE
Do you mean how long the surgery takes to be completed? That’s best answered by your surgeon. It depends on how much of the colon would need to be respected, and whether or not you have had perforated diverticulitis with abscess formation.

What type of surgery is done for diverticulitis?

Resection of the affected length of bowel with anastomosis is the best option. Sometimes that would require a colostomy.

What is the treatment for Crohn's disease?

That’s a lengthy discussion best done with your Gastroenterologist. Most patients with this condition will require biologic therapy.

What triggers Crohn's disease?

It’s an autoimmune condition. An acute exacerbation may be caused by any stressful situation.

What fruits can you eat with Crohn's disease?

Most fruits contain sorbitol and that may worsen diarrhea due to Crohn’s disease.

What causes acid reflux all of a sudden?

You may have had mild symptoms in the past which you may’ve ignored, and now something may have made it worse. Your Gastroenterologist will be able to help you.

What causes diarrhea?

This requires an evaluation by a Gastroenterologist. There are multiple causes of diarrhea. Do not ignore your symptoms please.

Why do I have rectal bleeding?

You should see a Gastroenterologist very soon. It may be from many causes, some serious and some not serious.

I have frequent constipation, should I see a proctologist?

Not at all! You must see your primary care physician first, and discuss some basic remedies which include diet, hydration and exercise, following which you should see a Gastroenterologist READ MORE
Not at all! You must see your primary care physician first, and discuss some basic remedies which include diet, hydration and exercise, following which you should see a Gastroenterologist for a screening colonoscopy to make sure that your colon is free of precancerous polyps.

What foods cause polyps in the colon?

No definitely known but some studies have shown a relation between large amounts of red meat in diet and colon polyps.

What are the treatment options for colon polyps?

Colonoscopy with polyp excision, aka polypectomies.

Why do I experience stomach pain everyday?

This requires a visit to a doctor’s office for further evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.