Some people require the placement of a tube in the stomach for nutrition support or gastric decompression. For some patients, this can be done endoscopically as an outpatient procedure. Others may require an "open" operation that requires an overnight hospital stay.

Inpatient Facilities: Hospital University of Pennsylvania

Office Visit Locations: 4 Silverstein Pavilion

Making an Office Visit Appointment: 215-662-2050 - 800-789-PENN