If your first cell phone was an OG flip phone, or your first mobile device was a pager, or you streamed music on a boombox, it’s time to get screened for colon cancer. Reduce your risk by getting screened beginning at age 45, or earlier if you have a family history of colon cancer.
Our gastroenterologists provide the highest-quality colonoscopy and endoscopic procedures in a comfortable and compassionate environment. Your pre-procedure appointment can be done virtually so you can meet with your gastroenterologist using a phone, tablet or computer.
The American Cancer Society now recommends colorectal cancer screening to begin at age 45. Colorectal cancer diagnoses have doubled in people under 50 in the past few decades. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death and is highly preventable.
Colonoscopy is the gold standard for colon cancer screening and prevention. Unlike stool testing, colonoscopy allows for finding and removing precancerous polyps, which prevents most colon cancers.
Staying healthy is always important, so if you have a medical issue or concern, don’t put off getting care!
We offer a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere at seven locations for your convenience, located in East Portland, West Portland/Beaverton, Oregon City, Milwaukie, Newberg, and Tualatin.
Our more than 70 providers excel at what they do—everything from working to beat colon cancer to helping patients manage their Crohn’s, colitis and other digestive-related diseases.
We are recognized leaders in caring for patients with diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, and liver. At our state-of-the-art outpatient centers, we offer patients cutting-edge treatment and procedures in a comfortable environment.