Colonoscopy:
Screen. Detect. Prevent.
If you’re over 45, it’s time for you to take control of your health. Schedule your screening colonoscopy today to detect or even prevent colon cancer.
COLON CANCER is the
2ND DEADLIEST CANCER
IN NEW JERSEY
With proper screening, it’s estimated that 60% of those deaths could have been avoided. And yet, 40% of eligible adults in New Jersey have not gotten their screening colonoscopy. Do you really want to be a part of that sad statistic?
Your Screening
COLONOSCOPY
COSTS YOU $0
Your Screening
COLONOSCOPY
COSTS YOU $0
Colon Cancer is one of
the Most Preventable
and Survivable Cancers
Don’t let
Colon Cancer
Cut Your Life Short
Don’t let
Colon Cancer
Cut Your Life Short
A COLONOSCOPY CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE
It’s not worth the wait. Schedule your screening colonoscopy today! It just might save your life.
7 Myths About Colonoscopies
It’s not as bad as you think! Don’t let these myths about colonoscopies get in the way of your pursuit of a healthy, cancer-free life.
FACT: Colon cancer is the 3rd most common cancer among men and women, but if you catch it early, colon cancer is highly treatable and survivable. If you’re 45-75 years old, you need to get screened.
Myth #3: Colonoscopies are too expensive.
FACT: The Affordable Care Act mandates that insurance cover 100% of the cost of your screening colonoscopy. And polyps can often be removed during this procedure without incurring additional costs.
Myth #5: Colonoscopies are dangerous.
FACT: Serious complications only arise in about 1 in 500 colonoscopies. If you compare that with the odds of actually getting colon cancer (1 in 20), it’s clear which is the higher risk to your safety.
FACT: Colonoscopy has the highest cancer detection rate (95%) and the highest rate of finding and removing polyps. Other methods rarely detect polyps, so they can’t stop cancer from forming in the first place.
FACT: In most cases, colon cancer starts as polyps that don’t present any symptoms. If you detect and remove those polyps through routine screening, you can stop colon cancer before it starts.
Myth #4: Colonoscopies are painful.
FACT: The procedure is relatively quick and painless. Colonoscopies last 30 to 60 minutes and are performed under sedation. Recovery is quick and most patients don’t even remember their procedure.
Myth #6: The prep is terrible.
FACT: It’s no pina colada, but prep options have improved a lot. At the end of the day, any prep is a small price to pay to find and prevent colon cancer.
Stories From Our Patients
Our main concern is your health, comfort, and well-being.
Hear from our satisfied patients and see why Allied Digestive Health Gastroenterologists are the best,
and provide the most convenient place for your colonoscopy.
Dr. Plotovsky and the staff at Digestive Disease have been phenomenal since I began there. They have accommodated my hectic schedule and always follow through. For a not so pleasant procedure they have made it bearable. Thank you Dr.Plotovsky and staff!
Review from Caren B.
Source: Google
My husband and I have been going to Dr. Kastaur for over 10 years. I wouldn’t trust anyone else for a colonoscopy or endoscopy. He’s very knowledgeable, caring, understanding, and gentle. He’s the best!
Review from Yvonne W.
Source: Google
I saw Dr. Krawet for a preventative colonoscopy and I highly recommend this practice. The office office staff was very friendly and helpful. I also received excellent care at the CARES outpatient facility at St. Peter’s.
Review from J.W.
Source: Google
Dr Pickover is a very professional and caring physician. He takes time to listen to your concerns. My husband and I have had all of our previous colonoscopy’s done by Dr. Pickover. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends. He also has a very pleasant and friendly staff.
Review from Pauline R.
Source: Google
It’s not worth the wait. Schedule your screening colonoscopy today! It just might save your life.
- Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey
- Gyan Gastroenterology
- Dr. Satya Kastuar, MD
- Dr. Steven H. Krawet, MD
- Dr. Lawrence M. Pickover, MD
About Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey
Somerset and East Brunswick
Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey is a gastroenterology group dedicated to providing comprehensive care. Our 5 physicians are board-certified in gastroenterology and are conveniently located in central New Jersey.
We want all our patients to be informed decision-makers and fully understand any health issues you face. That’s why we’ve developed a website loaded with valuable information about gastroenterology, endoscopy, and digestive problems and treatments.
Our website also provides you with the background about our gastroenterologist(s), staff, office hours, financing policies, appointment procedures, maps, directions to our offices in New Jersey and other useful information. We know how hectic life can be and are committed to making our practice convenient and accessible. We want you to feel confident that when you choose Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey, you’re working with professionals who are qualified, experienced, and caring.
About Gyan Gastroenterology
We are an independently operating gastroenterology group comprised of eight physicians board-certified in gastroenterology.
We have seven conveniently located offices in central New Jersey, including New Brunswick, East Brunswick, Somerset, Edison, and Englishtown as well as a south New Jersey office located in Cape May. We strive to fulfill our mission of empowering gastroenterologists to deliver compassionate, high-quality, and comprehensive care through an unparalleled patient experience. We offer treatment for many conditions and diseases such as Abdominal Pain, Barrett’s Esophagus, Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, and Liver Disease. Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in performing various GI procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy, and small bowel enteroscopy.
Our practices utilize a state-of-the-art electronic medical records system, enabling us to be more responsive to our patients’ needs. Our mission is to give our patients the most professional care possible.
About Dr. Satya Kastuar, MD
Serving North Brunswick Township, NJ
Dr. Satya Kastuar, MD, is an exceptional choice for your upcoming colonoscopy procedure. With an impressive educational background that includes a Bachelor’s Degree from Ranchi University and a Medical Degree from Patna Medical College in India, Dr. Kastuar’s commitment to medical excellence is evident. His extensive training, including an Internship, Residency, and Fellowship at UMDNJ-Rutgers University Hospital, has culminated in Board Certification in both Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. Recognized as one of New Jersey Magazine’s Top Doctors, Dr. Kastuar’s reputation for excellence precedes him.
Dr. Kastuar’s expertise spans all facets of Gastroenterology, with a notable focus on advanced interventional endoscopy. He holds affiliations with esteemed institutions such as Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Saint Peter’s University Hospital, where he played pivotal roles as the Prior Chief of Gastroenterology/Endoscopy and Prior Chief of Endoscopy. He has also made his mark as a founding partner of the RWJ Endosurgical Center of Central New Jersey.
With his extensive experience, unwavering dedication to patient care, and distinguished accolades, Dr. Satya Kastuar, MD, is a highly recommended choice to perform your colonoscopy. His commitment to excellence, combined with his personable nature, ensures that you will receive the highest level of care during this important medical procedure.
About Dr. Steven H. Krawet, MD
Serving East Brunswick, NJ
Dr. Steven H. Krawet, MD, as an exceptional choice to conduct your colonoscopy. Dr. Krawet’s educational journey is marked by excellence, including a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Cum Laude, from Clark University and a Medical Degree from Rutgers University-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. His dedication to medical excellence shines through his Internship and Residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, as well as his Fellowship at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center of Philadelphia. Dr. Krawet is a board-certified expert in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
His achievements have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by his numerous accolades. Named a New Jersey Monthly Top Doctor for a decade spanning 2011 to 2020, Dr. Krawet’s contributions to medical education have been acknowledged with the Outstanding Teacher Award from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School’s Family Practice Department, both for Faculty and Residents. Notably, he is a member of the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa society.
Dr. Krawet’s expertise in Gastroenterology is reflected in his vast experience and recognition as a top practitioner. His commitment to patient care is unmatched, and his extensive achievements underscore his dedication to the medical field. With his wealth of knowledge, proven excellence, and a reputation for delivering compassionate and patient-centered care, Dr. Steven H. Krawet, MD, is undoubtedly a commendable choice to conduct your colonoscopy, ensuring your health and well-being are in the best hands.
About Dr. Lawrence M. Pickover, MD
Serving Somerset, NJ
Dr. Lawrence M. Pickover, MD, would be a excellent choice for your colonoscopy procedure. Dr. Pickover’s exceptional background includes a Bachelor’s Degree from Franklin and Marshall College and a Medical Degree from New York University School of Medicine. His extensive training, featuring an Internship and Residency at Boston City Hospital, as well as a Fellowship at both The Lahey Clinic in Burlington, MA, and the Deaconess Hospital in Boston, MA, has solidified his expertise in the field. He is dual board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, a testament to his commitment to providing comprehensive and specialized care.
Dr. Pickover’s outstanding achievements extend to his affiliations with esteemed institutions such as St. Peter’s University Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. His devotion to patient well-being is evident through his meticulous approach to medical practice. Beyond his impressive medical career, Dr. Pickover is a man of diverse interests, indulging in photography, playing the guitar, and engaging in outdoor activities like bicycling and rollerblading.
With his remarkable qualifications, genuine passion for patient care, and the range of accolades he has earned, Dr. Lawrence M. Pickover, MD, stands as an excellent choice to perform your colonoscopy. His well-rounded approach to life and medicine ensures that you will receive the highest level of care in a comfortable and compassionate environment.
Serving Somerset & Brunswick
Serving Somerset, Edison,
East Brunswick, North Brunswick, Englishtown, and
Cape May Court House
Book Appointment >
Book Appointment >
Book Appointment >
Serving Somerset & Brunswick
Serving Somerset, Edison,
East Brunswick, North Brunswick, Englishtown, and
Cape May Court House
Book Appointment >
Book Appointment >
Book Appointment >