Getting Started With Your Colonoscopy

You Did It! 🎉

Taking care of your health starts with one step, and you are already here! That means you are on the right track to protect yourself from colon cancer.

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💙 Why it matters:

According to the American College of Gastroenterology:

• Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in both men and women in the United States.
• An estimated 150,000+ new cases of colorectal cancer will be diagnosed this year.
• Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer related deaths in the U.S.
• An estimated 50,000+ people will die from colorectal cancer this year.
• The lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is 1 in 23 for men and 1 in 25 for women.

The good news:

Prevention is possible with the help of colonoscopy!

While there are several different colon cancer screening options, colonoscopy is considered the gold standard as it allows a physician to remove pre-cancerous polyps or adenomas before they develop into cancer. Colonoscopies at Austin Gastroenterology are more advanced than ever with the help of GI Genius^TM.

What’s Next?

Getting started with colon cancer preventive care is easier than you think. It all begins with a conversation with one of our experienced, compassionate, and knowledgeable physicians. Your initial appointment is just that — a conversation. During this visit, your doctor will discuss your personal and family medical history, assess your risk factors, and answer any questions you may have.

From there, we will take the next steps toward scheduling your colonoscopy. In most cases, colonoscopies can be scheduled within 2 weeks of your consultation, ensuring you do not have to wait long to take this important step for your health.

👉 Who Should Start This Conversation?

✅ Adults 45 and older

✅ Adults with a family history of colon cancer

✅ Individuals with a history of polyps, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), or other digestive conditions

✅ Anyone experiencing persistent digestive symptoms like unexplained changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, or rectal bleeding

⚡Direct Access Screening: Skip the Consultation!

Direct Access Screening Colonoscopies are now available at Austin Gastroenterology. Eligible patients are able to schedule their colonoscopy and skip the pre-procedure office visit! Book your procedure, follow the prep instructions, and show up on the day of your procedure!

Basic criteria for eligibility includes:

• 45 years or older
• No family history of polyps of colorectal cancer
• No symptoms of colorectal cancer

Click here to learn more and begin our questionnaire to see if you qualify!

Austin Gastro Can Help - Schedule Your Colonoscopy Today

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Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, and colonoscopy is the best way to catch it early. You are making a great decision for your future — now let’s make it official!