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PROCEDURES
After a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Zaffer, further diagnostic tests and procedures are performed for preventive routine screening and to accurately diagnose a digestive issue.
Upper Endoscopy
Also known as an (EGD), is a medical procedure that examines the upper gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine with a long, flexible tube called an endoscope. An upper GI endoscopy can be used to diagnose and treat problems related to trouble swallowing, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, recurrent vomiting and bleeding in the upper GI tract. An upper GI endoscopy can also be used to identify GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), Celiac disease, Crohn's Disease, infections, tumors, inflammation and ulcers.
Colonoscopy
A medical procedure that uses a flexible tube called a colonoscope to examine the inside of the large intestine and colon. A colonoscopy is used to screen for Colon Cancer and Rectal Cancer. A colonoscopy also allows your gastroenterologist to look for any problems in your colon such as inflammation, ulcers and bleeding.
Capsule Colonoscopy
A non-invasive procedure that examines the large intestine using a small, disposable camera. A capsule endoscopy camera sits inside a vitamin-sized capsule. After it is swallowed, the camera takes pictures of the organs in the body that food and liquid travels through.
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.”
— HIPPOCRATES (FATHER OF MEDICINE)
PREPARING FOR YOUR PROCEDURE
Our healthcare team will fully explain your procedure. You will be asked to sign a consent form prior to your procedure. You will also be asked to follow certain dietary instructions prior to your procedure that involves not eating or drinking for a specified amount of time. You will be advised on how to prepare your bowel for a colonoscopy which will involve cleansing your colon with a prescribed laxative. If you are taking any medications, our team will also review any medications that need to be stopped before the procedure. Before your procedure, our anesthesiologist will sedate you with an intravenous sedative along with continuous monitoring of your vitals. Someone will need to drive you home after the procedure. Our healthcare team will follow up by phone the day after your procedure. You may need to schedule a follow up appointment in 2-3 weeks.
