Stuart Akerman, MD Digestive Health Blog

A colonoscopy is an important medical procedure used to detect, diagnose, and treat several diseases of the colon and rectum.

Gastrointestinal problems can range from minor issues like indigestion to more serious conditions like inflammatory bowel disease.

It is important to recognize when it is time to see a Gastroenterology (GI) doctor. If these seven signs sound familiar, book an appointment

Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are a common occurrence and can affect anyone. A few typical GI disorders include hemorrhoids, colon cancer,

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?

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

Constipation - everyone's favorite topic! Learn more about the signs and treatment from your favorite GI doctor

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

In this month's Vlog, I discuss the difference between a Screening Colonoscopy and a Diagnostic Colonoscopy, and why it may matter.