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Gaurav Chand, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Charlotte, Uptown, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at four of the practice locations, including Matthews, Monroe-Union County, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Monroe.
Dr. Chand specializes in endoscopic procedures, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and prevention of colon cancer. He is also focused on the long-term management of inflammatory bowel disease and chronic liver diseases. Dr. Chand provides in-office treatment for hemorrhoids using the painless CRH O’Regan banding system™.
Dr. Chand earned his medical degree at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Detroit. He then completed his internal medicine residency at St. John Providence Health System through Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. After his residency, Dr. Chand moved to North Carolina to fulfill his gastroenterology fellowship training at UNC Health Blue Ridge in Morganton.
Dr. Chand is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin, and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.
To better communicate with the diverse communities in North Carolina, Dr. Chand is fluent in conversational Hindi. When he’s not at work, he enjoys traveling, spending time with his wife, daughters Capri & Meera, dog, family and friends, and trying a variety of new foods. He’s an avid Detroit sports fan and likes hiking, playing basketball and golfing in his free time.
Lanre Jimoh, MD, MBA, is a dual board-certified internal medicine doctor and gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at several practice locations, including the Belmont office, Charlotte/Uptown office, Davidson/Lake Norman office, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, Carolina Endoscopy Center in Huntersville, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Pineville.
Dr. Jimoh earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee. He went on to complete his fellowship in gastroenterology at Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island.
Specializing in colon cancer screening and treating patients with acid reflux and Barrett’s esophagus, Dr. Jimoh also performs radiofrequency ablation (RFA) of Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia. He treats patients with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Jimoh is a leader in the non-surgical, in-office, and pain-free treatment of hemorrhoids and treats liver diseases, including hepatitis, fatty liver diseases, and cirrhosis.
He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Jimoh is multilingual, speaking fluent English and Yoruba, and is an intermediate-level Spanish speaker.
When he’s not working, Dr. Jimoh enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer and golf, surfing, skiing, and traveling internationally.
Stephen Deal, MD, FACG, FASGE,is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Charlotte, Uptown, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at three practice locations, including the Charlotte/Uptown office, Mathews office, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Pineville.
A North Carolina native, Dr. Deal earned his medical degree with honors at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill. He completed an internal medicine residency at the New University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill before moving to Richmond to complete a gastroenterology and pancreatic biliary tract disease fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia.
Dr. Deal specializes in adult gastroenterology, pancreatic and biliary disease, and research studies. In addition to practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, Dr. Deal has taught ERCP throughout the United States and internationally in Antigua, Australia, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Netherlands, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.
An award-winning doctor, Dr. Deal was named in the top three best gastroenterologists in Charlotte by Three Best Rated in 2020. In 2021, Charlotte Magazine named Dr. Deal in its 2021 “Top Docs” issue. He was also recognized as one of the top gastroenterologists in America by US News and World Report. He is a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
When he’s not at work, Dr. Deal enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, traveling, and participating in his Christian faith.
Ronnie Cyzner, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Charlotte, Uptown, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients starting at age 17 at the Matthews office and the Pineville office. Dr. Cyzner specializes in adult gastroenterology, hepatology, and pancreatic and biliary disease. He’s also involved in research studies.
Before moving to Charlotte to join the Carolina Digestive Health Associates team in 1999, Dr. Cyzner earned his medical degree at the New York Medical College in Valhalla and an internal medicine residency at the Westchester University Medical Center, also in Valhalla. Finally, Dr. Cyzner completed a gastroenterology fellowship at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York.
When he’s not at work, Dr. Cyzner enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons. He enjoys golfing, tennis, racquetball, and health and fitness.
Lanre Jimoh, MD, MBA, is a dual board-certified internal medicine doctor and gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at several practice locations, including the Belmont office, Charlotte/Uptown office, Davidson/Lake Norman office, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, Carolina Endoscopy Center in Huntersville, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Pineville.
Dr. Jimoh earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee. He went on to complete his fellowship in gastroenterology at Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island.
Specializing in colon cancer screening and treating patients with acid reflux and Barrett’s esophagus, Dr. Jimoh also performs radiofrequency ablation (RFA) of Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia. He treats patients with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Jimoh is a leader in the non-surgical, in-office, and pain-free treatment of hemorrhoids and treats liver diseases, including hepatitis, fatty liver diseases, and cirrhosis.
He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Jimoh is multilingual, speaking fluent English and Yoruba, and is an intermediate-level Spanish speaker.
When he’s not working, Dr. Jimoh enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer and golf, surfing, skiing, and traveling internationally.
Jennifer Swearingen, PA-C, is a skilled, certified physician assistant at Caroline Digestive Health Associates, with 13 locations in the cities of Charlotte, Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, and Pineville, North Carolina.
Jennifer began her undergraduate education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Biology. She then moved to Savannah, Georgia, and completed her graduate program in Physician Assistant Studies at South University. Jennifer graduated Magna Cum Laude with her master’s degree.
A proud member of the Carolina Digestive Health Associates team since 2003, Jennifer has treated patients for numerous conditions. She brings a wealth of experience, treating each patient with the individualized care they need.
Jennifer is licensed by the North Carolina Medical Board and certified in basic cardiac life support, advanced cardiac life support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. She looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to the practice. Call the office or request an appointment online today.
Meredith Walker Oliver, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, with 13 locations in the cities of Charlotte, Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, and Pineville, North Carolina.
Meredith graduated from Converse College in Spartanburg, South Carolina, with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. She then continued her studies at Wingate University near Charlotte, North Carolina, earning her master’s in physician assistant studies.
Meredith completed a gastroenterology rotation with Carolina Digestive Health Associates during physician assistant school. Meredith discovered her joy in helping patients with their various gastroenterological conditions through this rotation and eventually joined the CDHA team full-time. She is an invaluable member of the team.
Meredith is licensed by the North Carolina Medical Board and certified in basic life support and advanced cardiac life support. When not treating patients, Meredith enjoys riding her horses and spending time with her family and friends.
Geovanna Deese, FNP-BC, is an esteemed and board-certified family nurse practitioner at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, with 13 locations in the cities of Charlotte, Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, and Pineville, North Carolina.
Originally from Central Florida, Geovanna graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1997 with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She completed her nurse practitioner training at Winston-Salem State University in 2007.
Her interest in gastroenterology dates back to her work in endoscopy as a registered nurse with the float pool at University Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina. She worked with the University Hospital team for over seven years and brings unmatched experience to those she treats at Carolina Digestive Health Associates.
Geovanna enjoys taking care of patients and helping them feel better – the key reason she pursued her career in healthcare. Her previous provider experience has touched on family practice, internal medicine, cardiology, and urgent care. When not treating patients, Geovanna enjoys travel, movies, and family activities.
Fred Fowler, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at three of the practice’s locations, including Concord/Cabarrus, University office, and Carolina Endoscopy Center. He specializes in gastroenterology, hepatology, and research studies.
Dr. Fowler earned his medical degree at the Bowman Gray School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He then moved to Gainesville, Florida, to complete an internal medicine residency. He served as Chief Resident at the University of Florida Shands Hospital and a gastroenterology and liver disease fellowship. Dr. Fowler also completed graduate school at Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, earning a Master's in Business Administration.
When he’s not at work, Dr. Fowler enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He is active and likes running, completing home improvement projects, gardening, and learning about history.
Gaurav Chand, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Charlotte, Uptown, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at four of the practice locations, including Matthews, Monroe-Union County, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Monroe.
Dr. Chand specializes in endoscopic procedures, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and prevention of colon cancer. He is also focused on the long-term management of inflammatory bowel disease and chronic liver diseases. Dr. Chand provides in-office treatment for hemorrhoids using the painless CRH O’Regan banding system™.
Dr. Chand earned his medical degree at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Detroit. He then completed his internal medicine residency at St. John Providence Health System through Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. After his residency, Dr. Chand moved to North Carolina to fulfill his gastroenterology fellowship training at UNC Health Blue Ridge in Morganton.
Dr. Chand is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin, and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.
To better communicate with the diverse communities in North Carolina, Dr. Chand is fluent in conversational Hindi. When he’s not at work, he enjoys traveling, spending time with his wife, daughters Capri & Meera, dog, family and friends, and trying a variety of new foods. He’s an avid Detroit sports fan and likes hiking, playing basketball and golfing in his free time.
Tarun Narang, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. He sees adult patients at four practice locations, including the Charlotte office, Pineville office, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Pineville.
Specializing in the pancreatic/hepatobiliary specialty of gastroenterology, along with therapeutic endoscopy and ERCP, Dr. Narang also has a significant interest in weight loss and fitness. He was the first Charlotte-area physician to perform the Orbera intragastric weight loss balloon placement endoscopically in 2016, and has performed several since then.
Dr. Narang earned his bachelor’s degree at the Kasturba Medical College in Manipal Karnataka, India, before moving to New York to complete an internal medicine residency at the Lincoln Medical Center in the Bronx. He then traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina, for a hepatology, gastroenterology, and therapeutic endoscopy fellowship at the Carolinas Medical Center.
Dr. Narang is an award-winning doctor, earning the American College of Gastroenterology clinical research award and was the recipient of multiple education research awards, travel grants, and recognitions in gastroenterology and hepatology.
Eric Thompson, MD, is a board-certified physician at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, a private medical practice with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. Dr. Thompson sees patients at the Charlotte/Uptown office, Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, Carolina Endoscopy Center in Pineville, and Matthews office.
Dr. Thompson earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham. After a residency in internal medicine at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, he completed his fellowship in adult gastroenterology and hepatology at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond.
Dr. Thompson specializes in general gastroenterology and hepatology. He also provides compassionate care for patients with cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, and other liver diseases. Along with his work at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, Dr. Thompson is on the liver transplant team at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte.
In his spare time, Dr. Thompson enjoys playing racquetball and traveling.
Stephen Stephenson, MD, is a board-certified physician at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, a private medical practice with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. Dr. Stephenson sees patients at the Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, Carolina Endoscopy Center in Monroe, and Monroe/Union County office.
Dr. Stephenson earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and his fellowship in gastroenterology at the Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York.
At Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, Dr. Stephenson specializes in gastroenterology, hepatology, and pancreatic and biliary diseases with an emphasis on gastrointestinal nutrition and irritable bowel syndrome.
When he’s not in the office, Dr. Stephenson loves spending time with his family. He speaks French, Spanish, Greek, and English. His favorite hobbies include gourmet cooking, composing music, playing the guitar, and traveling.
Glen Portwood, MD, is a board-certified physician at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, a private medical practice with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina.
Dr. Portwood sees patients at the Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, the Davidson office, Carolina Endoscopy Center in Huntersville, University office, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in University.
Dr. Portwood earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Virginia Hospitals in Charlottesville. He went on to complete his fellowship in gastroenterology at the Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina.
At Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, Dr. Portwood specializes in gastroenterology, hepatology, and pancreatic and biliary diseases. He is a member of both the American Medical Association and the American Gastroenterological Association.
When he’s not in the office, Dr. Portwood enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. His hobbies include basketball, jazz music, travel, and home projects.
Victoria Rothwell, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, a private medical practice with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area, including: Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina. Dr. Rothwell sees patients at the Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, Concord, and University offices, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in University.
A native Texan, Dr. Rothwell earned her undergraduate degree from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. She attended graduate school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.
Dr. Rothwell completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Colorado in Denver. She went on to complete her fellowship in gastroenterology at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
At Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, Dr. Rothwell specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology. To provide better care for her patients, she is fluent in conversational Spanish.
She treats patients with conditions that include inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, esophageal and stomach disorders, colorectal cancer, hepatitis C, and cirrhosis of the liver.
In her spare time, Dr. Rothwell loves exploring Charlotte with her husband. A few of her favorite hobbies include hiking, yoga, working out (especially Orange Theory), and traveling.
Anthony Colvin, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area: Belmont, Charlotte, Uptown, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina.
He sees adult patients at four practice locations, including the Matthews office, Monroe-Union County office, the Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Monroe.
Dr. Colvin specializes in adult gastroenterology, with a focus on pancreatic and biliary diseases.
Dr. Colvin earned his medical degree at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. He then moved to North Carolina to complete an internal medicine residency at the Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte before returning to the University of Tennessee for a gastroenterology fellowship. Upon completion of his fellowship, Dr. Colvin returned to North Carolina to join the Carolina Digestive Health Associates in 1997.
Dr. Colvin enjoys all sports, especially golf, when he's not at work. He is married and has three daughters. He and his family attend the Central Church in Charlotte, and Dr. Colvin sings in the church choir.
Anthony Colvin, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, PA, with 13 locations in the greater Charlotte area: Belmont, Charlotte, Uptown, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, University, and Pineville, North Carolina.
He sees adult patients at four practice locations, including the Matthews office, Monroe-Union County office, the Carolina Digestive Endoscopy Center in Charlotte, and Carolina Endoscopy Center in Monroe.
Dr. Colvin specializes in adult gastroenterology, with a focus on pancreatic and biliary diseases.
Dr. Colvin earned his medical degree at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. He then moved to North Carolina to complete an internal medicine residency at the Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte before returning to the University of Tennessee for a gastroenterology fellowship. Upon completion of his fellowship, Dr. Colvin returned to North Carolina to join the Carolina Digestive Health Associates in 1997.
Dr. Colvin enjoys all sports, especially golf, when he's not at work. He is married and has three daughters. He and his family attend the Central Church in Charlotte, and Dr. Colvin sings in the church choir.
Meredith Walker Oliver, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant at Carolina Digestive Health Associates, with 13 locations in the cities of Charlotte, Belmont, Concord, Davidson, Matthews, Monroe, Huntersville, and Pineville, North Carolina.
Meredith graduated from Converse College in Spartanburg, South Carolina, with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. She then continued her studies at Wingate University near Charlotte, North Carolina, earning her master’s in physician assistant studies.
Meredith completed a gastroenterology rotation with Carolina Digestive Health Associates during physician assistant school. Meredith discovered her joy in helping patients with their various gastroenterological conditions through this rotation and eventually joined the CDHA team full-time. She is an invaluable member of the team.
Meredith is licensed by the North Carolina Medical Board and certified in basic life support and advanced cardiac life support. When not treating patients, Meredith enjoys riding her horses and spending time with her family and friends.
