National CRC Screening Summit | 2025-00 Welcome + Intro

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The ASGE National Colorectal Cancer Screening Summit focuses on improving colorectal cancer (CRC) screening and follow-up colonoscopy rates among underserved populations. Despite advances, CRC remains the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., with disparities affecting racial and ethnic minorities and underserved groups. The summit highlights barriers such as cost, fear, cultural factors, and healthcare system challenges that contribute to low follow-up rates, particularly after positive stool-based tests. The ASGE’s project, supported by grants from Exact Sciences and others, aims to screen 600 underserved patients in Georgia and Maryland, emphasizing timely colonoscopy completion to reduce advanced CRC risk. Efforts include developing a freely available online playbook for stakeholders, patient navigation programs, and policy advocacy for sustainable funding. The summit also serves as a platform to share project outcomes, exchange expert insights, and collaborate on strategies to enhance screening outreach, completion rates, and ultimately reduce CRC morbidity and mortality nationwide.

Keywords

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Underserved Populations

Follow-up Colonoscopy

Health Disparities

Patient Navigation Programs