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Doing A Lot of Prep for Colonoscopy in Honor of Colon Cancer Awareness Month

It's time for another video blog! In honor of Colon Cancer Awareness Month, I present... a video about doing your colonoscopy prep. All...

Understanding Colonoscopy - Who Is Qualified to Get One?

Understanding Colonoscopy - Who Is Qualified To Get One?

Are Colonoscopies Still The Best Test For Colon Cancer Screening? A Review Of A Recent NEJM Article

Discussion and response to the recently published New England Journal of Medicine article regarding colonoscopy for Colon Cancer Screening

Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Colonoscopy Myths Debunked

I decided to debunk some of the myths I hear for why some patients do not want to schedule their colonoscopy.

Average Risk Screening for Colon & Rectal Cancer - What Are My Options?

while there are several screening options available that can detect cancer and polyps, only Colonoscopy can detect, treat, and prevent CRC

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month

I recently had the opportunity to record an educational video with my colleague Dr. Matthew Eidem to increase awareness regarding Colon Canc

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month!

Check out my Infographic about Colon Cancer Screening & Facts

Can you explain my colonoscopy results?

Sometimes getting the results from your colonoscopy exam is only half the battle; what do the results mean and what are some recommendations

The American Cancer Society Released New Recommendations for Colon Cancer Screening: What Happens No

The ACS released new guidelines lowering the recommended age of screening for colon cancer to 45 in average risk individuals.

Is 2018 the year we collectively turn the tide against Colon Cancer?

Do you know your options for colon cancer screening? Is it time for you to speak with your doctor about an exam?

STUART AKERMAN, MD
GI PLANO | GI DALLAS | GI FRISCO | GI CARROLLTON