That Colonoscopy You’ve Been Meaning to Schedule? Start Here.
Screening begins at age 45 for most adults at average risk.
Not sure if you’re due? Your primary care office can help you decide.
Your first step:
Call the primary care office and ask if you are due for a colonoscopy.
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Follow the ARC
A | ASK
Call the primary care office where you receive care and ask if you are due for a colonoscopy. Screening begins at age 45 for most adults at average risk, but your recommended schedule may differ.
R | REQUEST
If a colonoscopy is recommended, ask your primary care office to send a referral to Monadnock Gastroenterology Associates. MGA is currently accepting screening colonoscopy referrals.
C | COMPLETE
After your referral is received, Monadnock Gastroenterology Associates will contact you to schedule your colonoscopy with experienced care close to home.
Why Colonoscopy Matters
Colonoscopy can help prevent colorectal cancer by finding and removing precancerous polyps before they become cancer.
When colorectal cancer is found before it has spread, the estimated five-year relative survival rate is about 90%.
Source: American Cancer Society
Care You Can Feel Confident About
MCH’s Gastroenterology team exceeds statewide averages for polyp detection, a key measure of colonoscopy quality.
Michael Gilbert, MD, MHCDS, and Erin Jablonski, APRN, provide gastroenterology care at Monadnock Gastroenterology Associates in Peterborough, New Hampshire.
Source: New Hampshire Colonoscopy Registry
“Dr. Gilbert was very good. He explained everything, addressed my concerns, and answered my questions.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should ask about colorectal cancer screening?
Screening generally begins at age 45 for adults at average risk. Your recommended schedule may be different based on your personal history, family history, previous test results, or other risk factors. Ask your primary care office what is right for you.
Do I need a referral?
Yes. All patients need a referral from their primary care office before receiving care at Monadnock Gastroenterology Associates.
What if I have digestive symptoms?
If you are experiencing rectal bleeding, persistent changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, or other digestive symptoms, contact your primary care office. Your clinician can determine what type of evaluation is appropriate.
Will I need someone to drive me home?
Yes. Colonoscopy is performed with sedation, so you will need a responsible adult to drive you home afterward.
Don’t Leave It on Your List
Call your primary care office and ask if you are due for a colonoscopy.
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