Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. But did you know that you can prevent it with regular screenings? While gastroenterologists typically perform colonoscopies, your primary care doctor also plays a major role in keeping you safe from colon cancer. Read More
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Colonoscopy: A Crucial Screening – Find a Trusted Doctor Near You
In the realm of healthcare, preventive screenings are pivotal for ensuring long-term well-being. Among these vital screenings, the colonoscopy stands out for its critical role in the early detection of colorectal cancer. This post aims to demystify the process, outline who should consider this Read More
Colonoscopy Myths vs. Facts: Dispelling Common Myths about the Procedure
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Fortunately, cancer screening with a colonoscopy beginning at age 45 can help detect the disease early while it is still highly treatable. Have you gotten your colonoscopy? In this blog, we will dispel some myths Read More
The Role of Colonoscopies in Preventive Healthcare: A Doctor’s Guide
With colon cancer taking the lives of more than 52,000 Americans in 2023 alone, this insidious disease requires a preventive strategy. The strategy should include screening with a minimally invasive colonoscopy. Learn more here about when to have this important test and how it helps your GI Read More
Who Can Benefit from Seeing a Colonoscopy Doctor?
A board-certified gastrointestinal surgeon is a physician who provides numerous assessments and treatments for the digestive tract. One of the most well-known and beneficial procedures is the colonoscopy. Let’s explore what a colonoscopy is, what a colonoscopy doctor does and how you may benefit Read More
Colonoscopy: Colon Cancer Screening and More
Colon cancer is slightly different than most other types of cancer insofar as how it develops. It tends to begin from a benign accumulation of cells in your colon (large intestine) known as a polyp. Sometimes, polyps become cancerous. Amazingly, this potentially serious and aggressive cancer is Read More
All About Colorectal Surgery
Colorectal surgery is a medical specialty that deals with the treatment of conditions of the anus, colon and rectum. People may be more familiar with the term “proctology,” however, because that term is derived from the Greek word meaning “anus,” it didn’t really describe the other conditions that Read More
Benefits of Getting a Colonoscopy
As we get older, it’s prudent to take care of our bodies by having certain screening tests performed at certain ages. If you are more susceptible to a type of cancer or health condition because it is in your family (parent, sibling, or child), then a screening for that health issue will likely be Read More
Prepping for a Colonoscopy
The human colon (large intestine) is an integral part of the digestive tract. It’s also subject to the development of polyps that can become colon cancer. Despite how serious – and deadly – colon cancer can be, it’s also one of the most preventable types of cancer. A colonoscopy is the gold standard Read More
Why Your Doctor May Recommend a Colonoscopy Before Age 40
When you turn 40, it’s a good time to re-evaluate your health and your lifestyle. Some of your habits up to this point may have been good and healthy, but most of us have a history of not living the healthiest of lifestyles. Your doctor may have very good reason to recommend a colonoscopy even if Read More