Let's talk about colon polyps as we raise awareness on World Cancer Day. What are colon polyps? Colon #polyps are a cluster of cells located on the lining of the colon. Polyps fall into two categories, precancerous and non-precancerous. The risk with precancerous polyps is that they can grow into cancer, whereas non-pre-cancerous polyps typically do not. Non-precancerous polyps are considered benign.
However, nearly all colon cancers are believed to originate from colon polyps. Either way, when your GI doctor finds colon polyps, regardless of type, they will want to remove them because of the potential risk for cancer. When cancer prevention is the goal, removing polyps is one way to help protect your health. Colonoscopy is a procedure used to remove colon polyps.
If you would like to scheudle your colonoscopy, give us a call.
#cancerprevention #worldcancerday
Friendly little reminder. If you want to stop colon cancer before it starts, get screened.
Give us a call today. 303-604-5000.
Low Fodmap Holiday Recipes
Blog Post Alert ~ Check out the holiday recipe collection
🌟 🩺 Here's your anatomy lesson for the day. The pancreas is found under the liver. This interesting organ is known as the largest endocrine organ in the body. It makes insulin, glucagon and helps regulate blood sugar.
The pancreas also helps break down fat, protein, and carbohydrates in the small intestines.
#GIword #anatomy
The #gallbladder is located below your liver. This pear-shaped organ has an important job. It collects and stores bile.
Why is bile important? Because bile breaks down fat and also transports waste products away from the liver. Bile also plays a role in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
💛 Love your gallbladder, it does more than you might realize.
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Hey Friends ~ Check out our latest blog post - Decode your Digestive Tract- Symptom Management 101. This helpful blog features our very own Dr. Rohan Clarke, in our Denver location. Check out link below.
#DigestiveTract #gisymptoms
https://www.gastrorockies.com/decode-your-digestive-tract/
Talk to a GI specialist today if you frequently experience burning symptoms like acid reflux. Or if you want answers about GERD. Our GI specialists can help. Enjoy holiday festivities and family get togethers--without the burning discomfort afterwards.
Call today or visit online https://www.gastrorockies.com/conditions/acid-reflux-gerd/
#menshealth
#gihealth
#healthtip
Are you sick of dealing with #hemorrhoids? 😞 Ditch the itch, burn and irritation. 🔥🔥 Explore effective treatment options like hemorrhoid banding. Talk to our GI specialists today.
Call 303-604-5000 ~ or visit us online https://www.gastrorockies.com/hemorrhoid/
At Gastroenterology of the Rockies our staff takes colon #cancer prevention pretty seriously. Especially in March, during colorectal cancer awareness (CRC) month. Our staff dresses in blue to remind everyone that early detection with colonoscopy screenings is one of the best ways to help prevent colon cancer. Drop a comment or a like if you wear blue in March--to show support during CRC month. 💙💙
#dressinblue #CRCawarenessMonth
🎊 🎊 Isn't it hard to believe we are ringing in 2025? 🎇🥳🎇🥳
Wishing everyone a Happy New Year. We will be closed on Jan 1 for New Years Day. We will reopen on Thursday, Jan 2. 🎊🥳🎊
#HappyNewYear #NYE #Denver
From all of our staff and medical providers, we wish you a happy holiday season. Our offices are closed on Dec. 25 and will reopen on Dec. 26 at 8 am.
Looking for a cool #gift this holiday season? Look no further. Our GI specialists here @GastroRockies want to share a few of their favorite things--when it comes to better #guthealth.
The Bidet is our top pick
Contoured Toilet Stool - is the No 2 pick
Gut Health Cookbook - rings in as the No 3 pick
Which gift is your No 1 pick?
As always - go online to learn more about gut health at GIVISIT.com -
These items were hand selected by our staff.
#giftguide #holidayseason #gastroenterology
Trying to contact your GI doctor or physician assistant with a burning question? Need help with a refill? Or set up an appointment. Connect with our medical staff through patient portal. We can set you up. It's easy just click the link https://www.gastrorockies.com/patient-portal/ ~
#denvergastroenterologist #patientportal #EasyAppointments
September marks #WomeinMedicineMonth. We’d like to give acknowledgement to some of the Women in Medicine here @GastroRockies who provide exceptional patient care. This care includes the exam consult to the in-house pathology lab. We are so proud to have such a strong team of women in medicine.
When asked what it means to be a woman in medicine, here are a few responses from our female gastro team.
"To be a woman in medicine means that I followed my childhood dream, and I can now inspire my daughters to follow theirs." -Dr. Fayling
“As a female physician assistant, we can give female patients a safe space to feel heard and cared for in a unique way. Many patients express their gratitude for having this choice when selecting their provider.” -Emily Marshall PA-C
"I'm constantly inspired by the exceptional women in medicine I have the privilege to know and collaborate with." -Dr. Bibiana Steinbauer
"Complex procedures can be frightening, so I do my best to put all of my patients at ease. It is rewarding to hear sincere comments from female patients who trust that female physicians understand their unique needs – which may give them added comfort." -Dr. Kelly Zucker
Explore our female gastro services page.
#WomeninGI #Gastroenterology
Wondering which foods could trigger heartburn? We have the short list of foods that might offend. Have any of these foods triggered your heartburn lately?
• Cheese
• Fast foods
• Fried foods
• Pizza
• Processed snacks & chips
• Spices like chili powder or cayenne
• Fatty meats - bacon or sausage
#acidreflux #heartburn #healthtip #GERD
From all of our staff at GI of the Rockies - we wish you a Happy Fourth of July holiday! We will reopen on Fri., July 5th.
In celebration of Juneteenth, let us refocus and think about ways to create a more equitable and inclusive healthcare system. Let’s better understand social determinants of health and the importance of providing culturally competent care.
This is how communities pave a path to a future where every individual can have access to health, happiness and a sense of belonging.
#healthcare #juneteenth #freedom
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Colon cancer is among the most underfunded in cancer research, even though it’s the second deadliest cancer for men and women combined. Help us raise awareness of this highly preventable disease. https://buff.ly/3XMgnRz
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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Did you know that screening is the number one way to prevent colorectal cancer? And that you can get screened at 45? Help us raise awareness of this highly preventable disease. https://buff.ly/3XMgnRz
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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Team Gastro of the Rockies celebrated "Dress In Blue Day" to raise awareness for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! #dressinblueday #coloncancermonth
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Tomorrow March 3rd, wear BLUE to honor those that have been affected by colorectal cancer!
Learn more: https://buff.ly/3XMgnRz #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth #DressInBlueDay
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March is National #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth! Today, we're asking (in hopes of building awareness and saving more lives) that you join us in sharing this. https://buff.ly/3XMgnRz #coloncancer
Happy Halloween! This is a friendly reminder for parents to check all your little ghosts' treats and ensure they are OK before they gobble them up! #halloween #spooky #halloweencostume #pumpkin #trickortreat #happyhalloween
Will I Be Charged For My Colonoscopy? It's a simple question, but the answer can be a lot more complex: http://ow.ly/7bvB50GILj7
Congratulations to Elizabeth Carmichael!!! She is the winner of the "Guess how many polyps we have pulverized" contest. Her guess was closest to the total number of polyps Gastro of the Rockies has removed over our 27 years in business. We have removed over 303,163 polyps!
As national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end, please remember that with screening, colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. With your support, we can end colorectal cancer in our lifetime. #GetScreened
It's National Doctors' Day! We would like to thank all of our tremendous doctors for their dedication to helping people in the greater Denver community!
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Although men have a slightly higher risk, colon cancer is the 3rd most common cancer in women, higher than uterine cancer.
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Colonoscopies are the best option for detecting colorectal cancer. This is the only test recommended for high-risk patients and the only test that can detect and PREVENT cancer.
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Get Screened, catch colorectal cancer early! Approximately 9 out of 10 Individuals diagnosed with EARLY STAGE colorectal cancer survive 5 years or longer.
March is National #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth. Help us build awareness and save more lives by taking the pledge to #GetScreened for colorectal cancer at pledge.getscreened.org
Happy Halloween from the SPOOKTACULAR team at Gastroenterology of the Rockies!
