Protect Your Health With Teton Outpatient Services’ Open Access Colonoscopy Program

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. During this time, we at Teton Outpatient Services want to encourage everyone to take the necessary steps to protect their health. Our Open Access Colonoscopy Program provides an efficient and effective way for individuals to screen for colorectal cancer.

We provide you access to high-quality medical professionals who will provide personalized care and help guide you through the screening process. Through our program, you will receive a comprehensive screening to detect potential irregularities and help you take proactive steps to protect your health.  

What is a colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a procedure used to detect abnormalities in the lining of the large intestine, also known as the colon. During the procedure, a long and flexible tube with a camera attached (known as a colonoscope) is inserted into your rectum and then slowly advanced through your entire colon. 

The doctor can view images on a monitor for signs of polyps, tissue changes, or other problems. If anything suspicious is found during the exam, small samples (biopsies) may be taken and sent to a lab for further testing. 

Colonoscopies are recommended every ten years starting at age 50 for men and women with an average risk of developing colorectal cancer. However, your doctor may recommend getting screened earlier or more frequently if you have a family history of colon cancer. The procedure aims to detect any precancerous changes in the colon so that they can be removed before becoming cancerous. 

Benefits of undergoing colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is a crucial tool for evaluating the health of your digestive system. It allows doctors to check for abnormal growths, identify signs of infection, and detect early stages of certain diseases, such as colorectal cancer. Here are some of the key advantages of undergoing a colonoscopy: 

• Early Detection: Colonoscopies can detect many types of abnormalities in the large intestine before they become serious issues so they can be treated quickly. This includes detecting early stages of colorectal cancer, which is one of the most treatable forms when caught early. 

• Preventative Care: Regularly scheduled colonoscopies allow doctors to monitor changes in the lining of the large intestine over time to identify any abnormalities that can be removed before they become cancerous growths. 

• Ease of Treatment: If an abnormality is detected during a colonoscopy, treatment may be performed during the same procedure if necessary. This saves patients from having multiple appointments and procedures for diagnosis and treatment. 

• Cost Efficient: Getting regular colonoscopies lowers the risk of developing colorectal cancer, which is expensive to treat. 

Exceptional Open Access Colonoscopy Program at Teton Outpatient Services

As the national average for colon cancer diagnosis rises, early detection and prevention are more important than ever. Teton Outpatient Services in Jackson, Wyoming, offers an exceptional Open Access Colonoscopy Program – one of the most effective ways to detect colorectal cancer early. 
And because March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, there’s no better time to schedule a consultation with us. Don’t wait – call us today and let us help you take charge of your health.