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 YORK
With proper screening, it’s estimated that 60% of those deaths could have been avoided. And yet, 69% of eligible adults in New York have not gotten their screening colonoscopy. Do you really want to be a part of that sad statistic?
Your Screening
COLONOSCOPY
COSTS YOU $0
Most insurance companies cover the costs of routine, preventive colonoscopies, so there should be no out-of-pocket cost for you. So the question is, can you afford not to get a colonoscopy?
Your Screening
COLONOSCOPY
COSTS YOU $0
Most insurance companies cover the costs of routine, preventive colonoscopies, so there should be no out-of-pocket cost for you. So the question is, can you afford not to get a colonoscopy?
Colon Cancer is one of
the Most Preventable
and Survivable Cancers
A colonoscopy can detect and remove polyps, to help prevent cancer from forming in the first place. If colon cancer is detected early enough, it has a 90% survival rate. So why wait to get screened?
Don’t let
Colon Cancer
Cut Your Life Short
In this season of life, there is so much to treasure: Enjoying your retirement. Holding your first grandchild. Walking your daughter down the aisle. Seeing your son graduate. Are you sure you want to risk not being around for these moments?
Don’t let
Colon Cancer
Cut Your Life Short
In this season of life, there is so much to treasure: Enjoying your retirement. Holding your first grandchild. Walking your daughter down the aisle. Seeing your son graduate. Are you sure you want to risk not being around for these moments?
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.
Myth #1: I’m not at risk for colon cancer.
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.
Myth #7: Other methods of screening are just as effective.
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.
Myth #2: I don’t need to be screened until I’m having symptoms.
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.
I had been very apprehensive about the procedure and was not prepared for it during the time of my office visit. Still feeling a bit apprehensive when going in and getting prepped, I appreciate the time you spent explaining the procedure to me and making me feel at ease. My follow-up appointment was equally comfortable and looking back I’m glad I made the appointment.
Review from Mr. MN
Source: Google
Thank you for your great care, I was really nervous and you made me feel so comfortable and I truly appreciate your kindness.
Review from Ms. LJ
Source: Google
This is not the first time I have been to DDAR. Over 10 years ago, my brother-in-law highly recommended your practice. It was the best recommendation I have ever received. You and your staff are comforting, patient, reassuring and extremely thorough and they let me know they care. My doctor was clear in his diagnosis and recommendations. Your team made my visit much less intimidating. Besides knowing I am in highly-qualified hands, I welcome the easy patient-doctor relationship.
Review from Ms. BB
Source: Google
It’s not worth the wait. Schedule your screening colonoscopy today! It just might save your life.
Digestive Disease Associates of Rockland
Serving
Pomona, NY
Our providers are experts in the evaluation and treatment of digestive and liver diseases, including disease of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gall bladder, bile ducts and pancreas. In fact, DDAR is the largest gastroenterological practice in Rockland County in terms of patient volume as well as number of procedures performed annually. Multiple generations of families have entrusted their care to our physicians and staff. As a practice, we utilize the latest in advanced technology when screening, treating and managing your chronic and acute care needs.
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