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Getting Ready
for Your Procedure

Colonoscopy
Preparation Information

Patient Information

Bring this letter to your appointment or be prepared to sign it upon arrival.

This is our patient information letter. Please review it and the required additional documents carefully before the time of your appointment.

Colon Prep Instructions

Please review these instructions as soon as you receive them so that you can be properly prepared for your procedure.

For best results, follow these instructions as closely as possible. Poor preparation could result in an inadequate exam that may need to be repeated.

SUTAB

(sodium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, and potassium chloride)

SUTAB is a tablet prep option to prepare for your colonoscopy. Below is the link to the instructions to carry out prior to your procedure at Spokane Gastroenterology.

SUTAB

Savings voucher

There is a savings program for your colon prep that will knock it down to $40. Fill out a few things to get your voucher.

After filling out the information for the voucher bring it to the pharmacy of your choice to pick up the prescription for the colon prep.

GoLytely

Preparation Information

GoLytely is a liquid prep option to prepare for your colonoscopy. Below is the link to the instructions to carry out prior to your procedure at Spokane Gastroenterology.

Gastroscopy
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
Preparation Information

Patient Information

Bring this to your appointment or be prepared to sign it upon arrival.

This is our patient information letter. Please review it and the required additional documents carefully before the time of your appointment.

EGD Prep Instructions

Please review these instructions as soon as you receive them so that you can be properly prepared for your
procedure.

For best results, follow these instructions as closely as possible. Poor preparation could result in an inadequate exam that may need to be repeated.

Understanding Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)

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Understanding Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)

Experts from the AGA Center for Gut Microbiome Research and Education share updates on one of the most important medical breakthroughs -- fecal transplants. Drs. Loren Laine, Colleen Kelly, and Gary Wu serve as co-principal investigators on AGA's new FMT national registry. Learn more: www.gastro.org/FMTRegistry

Preparing for an Upper GI Endoscopy - from the American Gastroenterological Association

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Preparing for an Upper GI Endoscopy - from the American Gastroenterological Association

In this video from the AGA, Dr. Linda Lee explains what you can expect before, during and after an upper GI endoscopy. More information on upper GI endoscopy is available at www.gastro.org/patient.

Preparing for a Colonoscopy - from the American Gastroenterological Association

Preparing for a Colonoscopy - from the American Gastroenterological Association

In this video from the AGA, Dr. Joanne A. P. Wilson explains what you can expect before, during and after this procedure. More information on is available at www.gastro.org/patient.

Preparing for a Capsule Endoscopy - from the American Gastroenterological Association

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Preparing for a Capsule Endoscopy - from the American Gastroenterological Association

In this video from the AGA, Dr. Cynthia Yoshida explains what you can expect before, during and after capsule endoscopy. More information on capsule endoscopy is available at ww.gastro.org/patient.

Preparing for a colonoscopy

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Preparing for a colonoscopy

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but it is largely preventable with regular screening and it is treatable with early detection. A colonoscopy is the only screening test that prevents and treats CRC by detecting and removing pre-cancerous polyps. Now that you've made the important first step in booking your colonoscopy, it's essential that you properly prepare by making sure your colon is completely clean to ensure the procedure is a success.

Why Screen for Colorectal Cancer? (retired)

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Why Screen for Colorectal Cancer? (retired)

Screening for colorectal cancer should begin at age 45. Talk to you health care provider about which screening test is right for you. Learn more https://patient.gastro.org/crcscreening/. It’s time to start getting screened for colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer in both men and women. It is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but is preventable, and treatable, through routine screenings. There are lots of reasons to get screened, but the most important is that it could save your life. Watch this video to find out more about why screening is important and how to get started.

Questions to Ask About a High-Quality Colonoscopy

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Questions to Ask About a High-Quality Colonoscopy

So, it’s almost time for your next colonoscopy and you’re not sure where to go for it. Above all, you are in search of a high-quality, expert doctor to do the exam. There are many online tools that help patients find out the price of procedures and tests, but some are surprised to learn that there is no link between the price and the quality of health-care services. So how can you find out if you’ve found a high-quality colonoscopy provider? Watch this video. Download the flyer "Ensuring a High-Quality Colonoscopy: Questions to Ask" [http://www.gastro.org/patient-care/procedures/2695-005PNQ_15-4_CRC_Flyer_Final.pdf] (pdf) to review the questions and answers to talk about with your gastroenterologist.

What is colorectal cancer and the need to screen (retired)

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What is colorectal cancer and the need to screen (retired)

The recommended screening age for colorectal cancer is 45 years old. Please watch our updated video at https://youtu.be/AfPZaHQEECo. Do you remember the slinky, etch-a-sketch, and the pet rock? If so, it’s probably time to get screened for colorectal cancer (CRC). CRC is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but it is largely preventable with regular screening and it is treatable with early detection. Talk with a healthcare professional about which test is best for you and get screened.

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