March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and as a board-certified gastroenterologist practicing in Plano, Texas, I want to address the real concerns that keep people from scheduling their colonoscopy screening. After more than a decade of treating patients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area, I've heard just about every reason people put off this life-saving procedure. Let's talk through the most common questions I hear.
Tired of the old 'drink a gallon of awful liquid' colonoscopy prep? The latest medical research shows low-volume, split-dose preparations work better and taste better too. As a Plano gastroenterologist, I've seen the difference proper prep makes. Let me share what actually works – and what doesn't – based on 2025 evidence-based guidelines.
