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Jesse Houghton, MD, Gastroenterology, Portsmouth, OH

JessePHoughtonMD, FACG

Gastroenterology Portsmouth, OH

Biliary Tract Disease, Esophagus Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Senior Medical Director of Gastroenterology

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  • Office

    1711 27th St
    Braunlin Building Suite 403
    Portsmouth, OH 45662
    Phone+1 740-356-6828
    Fax+1 740-356-6820

Summary

  • Dr. Jesse Houghton is a board certified Gastroenterologist in Portsmouth, OH and is affiliated with Southern Ohio Medical Center, where he is the Senior Medical Director of Gastroenterology. He received his medical degree from Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School and has been in practice 15 years. He specializes in endoscopic procedures, performing over 1,000 EGDs and colonoscopies each year. He treats the following disorders: GERD, EoE, Inflammatory bowel disease, hiatal hernia, PUD, cirrhosis, hepatitis C, NASH, varices, GI bleeds, swallowing disorders, iron deficiency anemia, IBS.
    He is the author of "What Your Doctor Doesn't (Have the Time to) Tell You: The Gastrointestinal System."
  • Gastroenterologist In Ohio | Gastrodoc1 | Dr Jesse Houghton

    Dr Jesse Houghton is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. Senior Medical Director. Author.

Education & Training

  • Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
    Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolFellowship, Gastroenterology, 2005 - 2008
  • Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
    Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolResidency, Internal Medicine, 2002 - 2005
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
    Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolClass of 2002

Certifications & Licensure

  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2012 - 2026
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 2003 - 2013
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Top Doctor OhioTopDocs, 2022-2023
  • Top Doctor 2020 OH Top Docs (a division of USA Top Docs), 2020-2023
  • America's Best Doctors Findatopdoc.com, 2020-2023
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Publications & Presentations

Journal Articles

  • An Unusual Presentation of Pemphigus Vulgaris  
    Houghton JP, Ianosi-Irimie M, Trooskin SB, Michael H, Gastroenterology & Hepatology Jan 2008;4(1):68-70., 1/2008
  • Fecal Incontinence: A common but under-recognized problem in the elderly  
    Houghton J, Patankar S, Practical Gastroenterology April 2004; 70-85., 4/1/2004
  • Fellow’s Corner  
    Jesse P. Houghton, Practical Gastroenterology Nov 2003; XXVII (11): 41,58., 11/1/2003
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Authored Content

  • "What Your Doctor Doesn't (Have the Time to) Tell You: The Gastrointestinal System. "May 2023
  • Is chronic acid reflux dangerous for seniors?February 2022
  • When Acid Reflux Travels to Your ThroatJanuary 2022
  • What are the best routine checkups and lab tests for seniors?December 2021
  • How many doctors is your loved one seeing?November 2021
  • What Are Symptoms of Gallbladder Problems?August 2021
  • Does Waist Training Work? We Asked Fitness and Medical ProfessionalsJuly 2021
  • Feeling nauseous after eating? 7 possible causes and tips to prevent post-meal queasinessJune 2021
  • Anemia Symptoms, Causes, Treatments & MedicationsJune 2021
  • Arrogance vs Confidence – What Are the Key Differences?March 2021
  • 7 simple home remedies to help battle bloatingNovember 2020
  • Doctors Explain Why You Feel So Thirsty Just Before BedOctober 2020
  • Food Poisoning Treatment and MedicationsOctober 2020
  • Food Poisoning Treatment and MedicationsOctober 2020
  • 8 Potential Health Benefits of Aloe VeraOctober 2020
  • Why Broccoli Causes Gas, and How to Make It StopSeptember 2020
  • Nutritional Experts Share 3 Ways To Use Medicinal Foods To Improve Your DigestionAugust 2020
  • What Are the Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice?July 2020
  • Long-Term Effects of Untreated Hepatitis CJune 2020
  • Is It IBS or Something Else?June 2020
  • Why We Pass More Gas as We Age And what you can do about itJune 2020
  • 8 Reasons Your Burps Smell Horrible, According to GI DoctorsJune 2020
  • Milk May Help Calm an Upset Stomach, but It’s Not a Solution for EveryoneJune 2020
  • The most popular supplements on SingleCare in JuneJune 2020
  • Do You Need a Colonoscopy Every 10 Years If Your First Screening Is Negative?June 2020
  • What Your Stomach Issue Says About Your HealthApril 2020
  • 4 gastroenterologists share their thoughts on Exact Sciences' CologuardApril 2020
  • What you should know before starting the low FODMAP diet that can help treat GI issues like bloating and diarrhoeaJanuary 2020
  • What Are Symptoms of Gallbladder Problems?January 2020
  • A Patient's Guide to Peptic UlcersDecember 2019
  • Facebook Ads for Medical PracticesNovember 2019
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Press Mentions

  • Effective Home Remedies for Gastroenteritis
    Effective Home Remedies for GastroenteritisJune 18th, 2024
  • Is it bad to sleep right after eating?
    Is it bad to sleep right after eating?January 3rd, 2024
  • Amy Schumer Says She Stopped Taking Ozempic Because of Severe Side Effects
    Amy Schumer Says She Stopped Taking Ozempic Because of Severe Side EffectsJune 14th, 2023
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Committees

  • Member, Transfusion Practices Committee 2020 - Present
  • Member, Board Service Committee 2018 - Present
  • Secretary/Treasurer, Medical Executive Committee, SOMC 2019 - 2020

Professional Memberships