Dr. Anne Barnard: A Colonoscopy to Smile About
As a medical practice, we promote screening colonoscopies in those 50 and older because they save lives. Though patients are asleep for the actual procedure, the preparation before a colonoscopy…
Gastroenterology Resources
TV Interview: Colorectal Cancer Risk in Younger Adults
If you are younger than 50, the last thing on your mind is probably colon cancer, but it might be time to think about getting a colonoscopy sooner than you…
Colonoscopy Prep Hacks
Anyone who has had a colonoscopy will tell you the worst part is the preparation, or prep, which involves drinking a “bowel cleansing agent.” This causes you to empty your…
Upper Endoscopy (EGD) and Colonoscopy: FAQs
If you are scheduled for an upper endoscopy (EGD) or colonoscopy, here are the answers to some frequently asked questions: What is “open-access” endoscopy and may I request an office…