340 - Colonoscopy Myths: What's True and What's Not? (Dr. Doug Purdy)

About this episode

Dr. Douglas Purdy discusses common myths about colonoscopies and the importance of screening for colon cancer.

Send us Fan Mail 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 thi...

People in this episode

Guest: Dr Douglas Purdy

Topics covered

• colonoscopy
• colon cancer
• screening
• gastroenterology

Keywords

• myths
• prep
• procedure
• treatment

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Products: St. Luke’s Gastroenterology

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