In this episode of The Real GI Doc Show, Dr. Fred Gandolfo introduces direct access colonoscopy, a streamlined process enabling healthy adults aged 45–75 to undergo routine colon cancer screenings without a pre-procedure visit. He highlights its efficiency in reducing unnecessary office appointments, saving time, and lowering costs. Dr. Gandolfo emphasizes colonoscopy’s role as the gold standard for colon cancer prevention, particularly in light of rising cases in younger populations, and explains how polyp removal significantly reduces cancer risk. He also clarifies that patients with complex medical conditions, such as heart disease or those on blood thinners, may require additional pre-procedure evaluations for safety.
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