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340 - Colonoscopy Myths: What's True and What's Not? (Dr. Doug Purdy)
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When it comes to colonoscopies and colon cancer, there are a lot of myths out there about the prep, the procedure, and who should get a colonoscopy. Returning to the podcast today is Dr. Douglas Purdy, gastroenterologist with St. Luke’s Gastroenterology, to discuss colon cancer screening, treatment and more.
If you are 45 years or older, talk to your primary care provider today about scheduling your screening colonoscopy with St. Luke’s Gastroenterology, or fill out this form to request a colonoscopy >> https://uph.link/Gastroenterology-Screening-Form
If you’ve been diagnosed with colon cancer, or any type of cancer, the Nassif Community Cancer Center is here for you. To learn more about its extensive offering of support services, call (319) 558-4876 or visit communitycancercenter.org.
If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.