Patients Skip Colon Cancer Screenings Because of Obesity Stigma
People who are overweight or obese may skip life-saving cancer screenings because they fear their doctor’s judgment.
Troy’s Best GI Doctors
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Gastrointestinal Specialists, PC and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as the center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in performing a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, small bowel enteroscopy and video capsule endoscopy.
The physicians at Gastrointestinal Specialists, PC and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center not only meet but exceed U.S. benchmarks for quality in colonoscopy. See our scores.
Additionally, our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our GI doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center for GI procedures.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or need to see a gastroenterologist, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
Awards
Our patients appreciate our friendly staff and our state-of-the-art facility. Patient care is our top priority, and this is evidenced by our 2019 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for Patient Experience.
For Your Visit
Gastrointestinal Specialists, PC and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center are committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow.com to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in greater Troy.
Patient Forms
At Gastrointestinal Specialists, PC, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms you may complete before your visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
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Jan 7, 2021
They are always understanding of any concerns I might have,
Dec 29, 2020
Everyone was very friendly and put me at ease. It was a very good experience.
Dec 29, 2020
Excellent staff - I recommend this place for your next oil change!
Dec 29, 2020
Dr. Cannon is a wonderful doctor! Extremely knowledgeable with great bedside manner! I needed follow-up treatment and his office called me consistently to ensure that my needs were taken care of. I definitely recommend him!!
Dr. Kulesza has been my doctor for many years. He’s always been very caring and thorough. I wish him all the best in his retirement. He’ll be greatly missed.