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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...
Feb 14, 20231 min read

Understanding Colonoscopy - Who Is Qualified to Get One?
Understanding Colonoscopy - Who Is Qualified To Get One?
Feb 8, 20233 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
Nov 13, 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.
Feb 18, 20221 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
Sep 4, 20211 min read


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
Mar 1, 20201 min read

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month!
Check out my Infographic about Colon Cancer Screening & Facts
Feb 12, 20191 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
Jan 7, 20194 min read


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.
Jun 2, 20183 min read

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?
Mar 1, 20184 min read
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