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The Gastrointestinal Systems

AS SEEN ON TV!

December 9, 2018Browse by Staff MemberColonLatest NewsTARA TROY, M.D. GastroenterologistThe Gastrointestinal Systems
AS SEEN ON TV!

AS SEEN ON TV! You may have been introduced to this product by its debut on the TV show Shark Tank. Check out the story of the Squatty Potty – a favorite white elephant gift that has made $30 million! https://www.cnbc.com/2016/08/23/moms-constipation-turns-into-30-million-cult-juggernaut.html People ask all the time, “Does this actually work??” And the answer is, a […]

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis – What is the difference and why should I care?

December 5, 2018Browse by Staff MemberColonLIZ MOON, NPThe Gastrointestinal Systems
Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis – What is the difference and why should I care?

FACTS ABOUT DIVERTICULAR DISEASE: Diverticular disease was almost unknown in 1900. By 1970 diverticular disease was the most common disease of the colon in western countries. Almost 60% of Americans over the age of 60 have diverticular disease. Diverticulosis are pouch-like structures that can form through points of weakness in the muscular wall of the colon. […]

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“The prep is the hardest part!”

December 3, 2018Browse by Staff MemberColonTARA TROY, M.D. GastroenterologistThe Gastrointestinal Systems
“The prep is the hardest part!”

“The prep is the hardest part!” We hear this every day as a reason why someone is hesitant to have a colonoscopy. The dreaded preparation is one of the frustrating barriers that prevents about half of Americans from getting the necessary screening for colon cancer. This is so disheartening because adhering to screening recommendations can […]

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