Colonoscopy
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A colonoscopy is a study that allows the inside of the large intestine and the rectum to be examined using a flexible tube with a camera, to observe the lining and detect abnormalities.
What it is used for: It serves to evaluate lower digestive discomfort, changes in bowel habits, or bleeding, and is one of the tools for colon screening.
When is it considered? It is usually considered with digestive symptoms that require direct observation or as a screening study based on the specialist's assessment.
Which specialist performs it? The gastroenterologist and the endoscopist are the ones who carry out this study and provide guidance on its preparation and results. Discussing digestive symptoms with the specialist helps determine whether this examination is appropriate.
Data on 492 doctors who treat colonoscopy
Which specialist treats colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is performed by a gastroenterologist or a gastrointestinal endoscopy specialist; a general surgeon can also perform it. In children, a pediatric gastroenterologist can carry out the procedure. A general practitioner can advise you on when it's needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in colonoscopy
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Francisco Javier Hernandez Daniel
Dr. German Ballesteros Cuevas
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Ruben Eduardo Flores Reyes
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Americo Ontiveros Cantu
Dr. Lauro Ramos Dahuss
Dr. Edelmiro Tijerina Montes
Dr. Emmanuel Luis García Chávez
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Dr. Samuel Ramos Linaje
Frequently asked questions
What is colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is a study that allows the inside of the large intestine and the rectum to be examined using a flexible tube with a camera, to observe the lining and detect abnormalities.
Which doctor treats colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is performed by a gastroenterologist or a gastrointestinal endoscopy specialist; a general surgeon can also perform it. In children, a pediatric gastroenterologist can carry out the procedure. A general practitioner can advise you on when it's needed.