ECU Health Expands Gastroenterology Services in Roanoke Rapids, NC

ECU Health has expanded its gastroenterology services in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, with the opening of ECU Health Gastroenterology and ECU Health Endoscopy Center on February 4th and March 3rd, 2026, respectively. These latest facilities aim to provide comprehensive digestive care to the Roanoke Valley community.

Expert Digestive Care Now Available

Led by Dr. Nagarjuna Yerra, MD, ECU Health Gastroenterology – Roanoke Rapids offers specialized care for a range of digestive health needs. Dr. Yerra, who has a long history of providing gastroenterology services in the area, will continue to practice at the clinic, ensuring continuity of care for his existing patients. The addition of ECU Health Endoscopy Center – Roanoke Rapids provides advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.

Comprehensive Services Offered

The new clinics will offer a full spectrum of gastroenterology and endoscopy services, benefiting from the integrated network of providers and resources available through ECU Health. This expansion is part of ECU Health’s broader strategy to strengthen healthcare access in rural areas and ensure residents can receive expert medical attention close to home.

Convenient Access to Care

ECU Health Gastroenterology – Roanoke Rapids can be reached at 252-535-8950 to schedule appointments. As of January 12, 2026, Halifax Gastro is now ECU Health Endoscopy Center (Procedures) – Roanoke Rapids and ECU Health Gastroenterology (Clinic) – Roanoke Rapids. Learn more about the transition.

About Dr. Nagarjuna Yerra

Dr. Nagarjuna Yerra, MD, is affiliated with ECU Health and specializes in Gastroenterology. Find more information about Dr. Yerra.