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Stool Tests May Require Colonoscopy Follow-Up
A recent study found that fewer than half of patients who had an abnormal stool-based colon cancer screening test completed a follow-up colonoscopy within six months.
It’s time to screen for Colorectal Cancer! It could save your life.
Request a Colonoscopy TodayBy May 31, 2022, most health insurance plans will fully cover this procedure to evaluate a positive stool-based test for colon cancer. Check with your insurance about your coverage.
Learn MoreGastrointestinal Specialists was co-founded by Dr. Jerry Stern and Dr. Mark Finklestein in 1994. Since its inception the practice has grown to seven physicians (Dr. Salomons, Dr. Slye, Dr. Stone, Dr. Sreenivasan, Dr. Bhalala, Dr. Belkin and Dr. Khan.), two nurse practitioners, Alison Verdone, CNP, and Shana Brennan, CNP, and one physician assistant, Teresa Crosta, PA-C, four offices and an ambulatory endoscopy center, Commonwealth Endoscopy Center.
Our practice was created to provide state of the art medical care in a warm and caring environment for our patients.
Gastrointestinal Specialists is 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 to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in Plymouth and Bristol County.
At Gastrointestinal Specialists your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that you may complete before your visit. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Learn MoreGastrointestinal Specialists accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; 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.
Learn MoreWe are pleased to provide our patients with the option of telemedicine. This will enable our providers to perform telemedicine/virtual office visits, in lieu of an actual office visit so we can continue to provide you with uninterrupted care. You will be able to have face-to-face video and audio contact with your provider.
Learn MoreI had my very first colonoscopy screening today following a few at home screening kits over the past 10 years. Dr. Sreenivasan and her team were phenomenal! They were friendly, professional, and comforting throughout the entire process. I highly recommend visiting this practice when you’re in need of any GI services whatsoever. I will be happily returning for my next visit.
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Had my annual colonoscopy today. Have been a healthcare practitioner for almost 30 yrs. Dr. Khan and the entire medical staff were VERY personable and professional!! HIGHLY recommend!!
Today I went here for my first colonoscopy because I turned 50. I was really nervous and had a lot of anxiety, but the staff was absolutely amazing. I have a benign ahrythmia so I was little more nervous than most but the staff was attentive and truly cared about my health. Dr. Slye and the anesthesiologist team were great. I can’t recommend CEC enough. If you’re nervous about the procedure go here…trust me.
A recent study found that fewer than half of patients who had an abnormal stool-based colon cancer screening test completed a follow-up colonoscopy within six months.
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These great people are amazing! I highly recommend CEC to everyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️