: a medieval small massive fortified tower along the Scottish-English border â called also peel tower Origin and Etymology of peel Middle English (Scots) pel, from Middle English, stockade, stake, from Anglo-French, stake, from Latin palus â more at pole
Gastroenterology is a specialty concerned with the digestive system, including disorders and conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract. The esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, rectum, liver, and pancreas are most commonly included within this specialty. General Surgery
Digestive System Procedures/specialists. Gastroenterologist â a physician specializing in diseases of the digestive system including esophagus, stomach and intestines. These specialists do not do surgery. Patients needing surgery are referred to a general surgeon. Proctologist â a physician specializing in diseases of the rectum and anus. Proctology is a surgical subspecialty. Guaiac test (Hemoccult, Fecult) â a special chemical test to identify blood in the stool (feces). Blood in the stool may have many causes including cancer and hemorrhoids.