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iNo matter what the situation might be, having surgery can be nerve racking. We understand that having the right surgeon on your team is critical to your recovery. That's why we have handpicked our Surgical Services team from a group of applicants from all over the world.
Digestive discomforts like heartburn, stomach upset, acid reflux and painful gas could be symptoms of serious medical problems. If you have questions about your digestive health, but aren’t quite sure where to begin, start with a digestive health assessment and learn more about conditions you may have.
Introduction – The Digestive System
A colonoscopy helps find polyps that can be removed before they become cancerous. It can also identify colon and rectal cancers early, when the odds of successful treatment are highest. Colon and rectal cancer rates have increased in young and middle-aged adults.* If you’re 45 or older, ask your doctor about scheduling a colonoscopy.
Take a Colon Health Assessment
Why get screened for colon cancer?
Screening may find diseases at an early stage, when a doctor has a better chance of treating or preventing the disease. The American College of Gastroenterology recommends screening for colon cancer:
All services can be ordered by your primary care physician and schedule to be performed at on campus at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System in Winchester. To schedule a consultation call our Central Scheduling number and they will create an appointment with one of our world class, board certified surgeons (931) 967-8258.
The most common surgeries we perform:
