Specialist examination by a gastroenterologist

Specialist examinations and consultation to detect, treat and monitor gastrointestinal diseases.

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A specialist examination by a gastroenterologist is aimed at detecting gastrointestinal diseases and treating problems related to the digestive system: oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. Based on symptoms such as abdominal pain, indigestion, heartburn or bleeding, the gastroenterologist will carry out a clinical examination, analyse your medical history and may suggest further examinations such as endoscopy (gastroscopy), colonoscopy or laboratory tests to make an accurate diagnosis and determine treatment. 

When to see a gastroenterologist?

A visit to a gastroenterologist is needed when basic examinations, medication and dietary measures do not calm and clear up long-standing or recurring digestive problems such as diarrhoea, constipation or unexplained abdominal pain. 

Regular monitoring of chronic gastrointestinal diseases

Regular follow-up and treatment in a gastroenterology clinic is necessary for chronic gastrointestinal diseases, chronic inflammatory bowel disease (CIBD) (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), chronic liver and pancreatic diseases. 

Specialist examination consists of

  • Medical history: discussion of current and previous health problems, health status, known risks, previous illnesses and treatments. It is helpful if the patient also brings records of previous examinations and tests, laboratory results and details of the medicines he/she is taking regularly .

  • Clinical examination: Measurement/examination of important vital functions, the specialist palpates the abdomen, if necessary listens to the heart, lungs, abdominal peristalsis with a stethoscope.

  • Review of test results 

  • Conclusion and opinion: Based on the discussion, examination, available findings, the specialist advises and plans further diagnostic treatment to clarify the problems of the patient that are subject to a specialist examination. If the tests have already been carried out and the diagnosis is known, the specialist prescribes the appropriate treatment and advises on follow-up. 

At the follow-up check-up, the specialist determines the health status based on the medical history and clinical examination and plans the future course of action – the type of treatment, the next follow-up visit with the specialist, and any additional or follow-up tests that may be needed. 

Specialist doctors

A team of leading renowned experts from different areas of medicine undergo constant training and develop new treatment programmes.

Meet our team of specialists
Anita Kek Ljubec, MD

Anita Kek Ljubec, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | gastroenterologist

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Anita Kek Ljubec, MD

Anita Kek Ljubec, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | gastroenterologist

She is in the top among Slovenian endoscopists with regard to the number of annually performed endoscopic tests. After her degree, she completed her theoretical and practical trainings in the field of endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, ultrasound and Doppler ultrasound diagnostics. She has been continuing her studies in the field of clinical nutrition and diet therapy, and takes part in nutrition consultation.

Barbara Sodin, MD

Barbara Sodin, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | gastroenterologist

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Barbara Sodin, MD

Barbara Sodin, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | gastroenterologist

Barbara Sodin is employed at Medical Center Rogaška and in the Department of Digestive Diseases at the Celje General Hospital. After completing her specialisation, she did additional theoretical and practical training in clinical nutrition, endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound. Additionally, she trains and participates in the field of diagnostics and chronic inflammatory bowel disease therapy. 

Grujica Vujnović, MD

Grujica Vujnović, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | gastroenterologist

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Grujica Vujnović, MD

Grujica Vujnović, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | gastroenterologist

He is employed at Medical Center Rogaška. His main fields are endoscopic diagnostics and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. He specifically addresses colonoscopic polypectomies, monitoring of patients with chronic inflammatory bowel disease and liver disease. He also performs abdominal ultrasounds. 

Matej Praznik, MD

Matej Praznik, MD

spec. gastroenterology

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Matej Praznik, MD

Matej Praznik, MD

spec. gastroenterology

He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in Ljubljana in 2013, and passed the specialist examination in gastroenterology and hepatology with distinction in 2022. He started his career as a specialist at Celje General Hospital, where he gained extensive experience in treating various gastrointestinal diseases. He joined the gastroenterology team at MC Rogaška in 2024, where he is involved in outpatient and endoscopic activities. He aims to provide the highest level of patient care through a holistic and individual approach and regular training in modern endoscopic techniques. 

Suzana Lazarova, MD

Suzana Lazarova, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | balneologist

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Suzana Lazarova, MD

Suzana Lazarova, MD

Specialist in internal medicine | balneologist

She graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in Skopje in 1986 and continued her studies in abdominal ultrasound, diabetes, asthma and haemodialysis and in 1995 completed her specialization in internal medicine. She has been the head of the department for the treatment and rehabilitation of the digestive tract and digestion-related diseases at the Rogaška Medical Centre since 2004. She actively participates at international congresses, where she lectures on the Rogaška Medical Centre, Donat Mg mineral water, and the health spa treatment in Rogaška Slatina.

Tadej Durič, MD

Tadej Durič, MD

Specialist in gastroenterology

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Tadej Durič, MD

Tadej Durič, MD

Specialist in gastroenterology

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