Gastrointestinal Diseases - Common Types and Treatment Options
Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are a common occurrence and can affect anyone. A few typical GI disorders include hemorrhoids, colon cancer,
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Feb 14, 20231 min read
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...
Feb 8, 20233 min read
Understanding Colonoscopy - Who Is Qualified to Get One?
Understanding Colonoscopy - Who Is Qualified To Get One?
Nov 13, 20221 min read
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
Apr 29, 20221 min read
Constipation: Are You Fooled By The Rocks That I Got?
Constipation - everyone's favorite topic! Learn more about the signs and treatment from your favorite GI doctor
Feb 18, 20221 min read
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.
Dec 25, 20211 min read
Screening vs Diagnostic Colonoscopy: What's The Difference?
In this month's Vlog, I discuss the difference between a Screening Colonoscopy and a Diagnostic Colonoscopy, and why it may matter.
Sep 4, 20211 min read
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
Feb 12, 20191 min read
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month!
Check out my Infographic about Colon Cancer Screening & Facts
Jan 7, 20194 min read
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
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