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 North Shore Gastroenterology Associates
is the best, most convenient place for your colonoscopy.
I had my first appointment with Dr. Ratner today. I have been a gastro patient since 1999. The professionalism of the staff, the doctor’s real concern for my health, combined with the ease of making my appointment, makes me feel that I am at the right place.
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It’s not worth the wait. Schedule your screening colonoscopy today! It just might save your life.
About North Shore Gastroenterology Associates
Your digestive system is essential to your life. When it malfunctions, you need immediate care that is compassionate and trusted by both patients and other physicians alike. At North Shore Gastroenterology Associates, P.C. we take pride in ensuring that each patient is treated individually and given the care and respect they deserve. Located in Great Neck, New York on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island, our 7 Physicians and knowledgeable staff have been delivering personalized quality care to our patients for over 25 years.
All physicians and medical practices operate under some philosophy, whether they plan to or not. At North Shore Gastroenterology Associates, P.C. our philosophy is to put our patients first, provide physical and emotional comfort,and strive for the best care possible. Our physicians practice a team oriented approach to each individual patient’s care, starting with the Medical Assistants. Medical Assistants are often the first line of contact between each individual patient and the Physicians; they are proficient in documenting medical history, explaining different disorders, diseases and treatments prescribed by your physician. After your initial interview with one of our Medical Assistants, your Physician will perform their own evaluation, and then finally hold a group meeting with the patient and family as necessary. If you require continued treatment with a gastroenterologist, we will work closely with your primary care physician to provide the best treatment plan for you.
