Promoting the Value of Colonoscopy to Your Patients (On-Demand)

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The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) held a discussion forum on promoting the value of colonoscopy to referring physicians and patients. The forum was part of the ASGE's Value of Colonoscopy Campaign. The forum included presentations from Dr. Joe Vaccari, Dr. Jonathan Cohen, Dr. Aaron Shields, Dr. Ilchane Inovsky, Nancy Schlossberg, and Erica Natalie.<br /><br />The presenters highlighted the importance of colonoscopy in preventing colon cancer and discussed strategies to promote awareness and understanding of colonoscopy among primary care physicians and patients. They emphasized the necessity of regular screenings and the advantages of colonoscopy over other screening methods such as stool-based tests. The presenters also discussed the safety measures taken during colonoscopy procedures, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.<br /><br />The ASGE has developed various resources for healthcare providers to promote the value of colonoscopy and educate their patients. These resources include customizable posters, videos, slide decks, and educational materials. The ASGE encourages healthcare providers to use these materials, link them to their websites, and share them with their patients and referring physicians.<br /><br />Overall, the discussion forum aimed to empower healthcare providers to effectively communicate the benefits and value of colonoscopy to their patients and referring physicians, and to encourage regular screenings for colon cancer. The ASGE continues to work towards promoting the value of colonoscopy and improving awareness and access to this important screening method.

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American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

ASGE

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Value of Colonoscopy Campaign

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colon cancer prevention

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primary care physicians