What does an endoscopist do?

An endoscopist is a medical professional who performs endoscopic procedures, which involve using an endoscope (a long, thin, flexible tube with a light and camera on the end) to examine the inside of the body.

• Endoscopists can use endoscopes to look inside the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, and other parts of the digestive tract.
• They can also use endoscopes to examine the lungs, urinary tract, and other parts of the body.
• The endoscopist can examine the inside of the body and take biopsies, remove polyps, and treat certain conditions with the help of the endoscope.