Colorectal Surgical and Gastroenterology Associates

12/10/2025

🗣️ It’s okay to talk about bowel leakage. Many people experience it, and help is available. Let’s spread awareness together!

Have questions? Give us a call today! 📞

12/02/2025

⭐️ We’re excited to highlight Dr. Ross Hempel, a board-certified colorectal surgeon who’s passionate about providing whole-person, compassionate care!

Dr. Hempel is a Kentucky native from Danville and a proud University of Kentucky grad, where he earned his degree in Biology. He went on to receive his MD from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, then completed both his General Surgery Residency and a Colon & Re**al Surgery Fellowship at the University of South Florida in Tampa.

When he’s not caring for patients, you’ll likely find Dr. Hempel cheering on UK athletics, enjoying the outdoors, or spending time with his family and friends.

We’re grateful to have him on our team! 🥳⭐️

11/26/2025

5 ⭐️’s for Colonoscopy’s!!! Trust the GOLD standard 🤩

11/20/2025

Surgical care at Saint Joseph Hospital just leveled up! This morning, we completed our first case assisted by the new da Vinci 5 surgical robot. 🤖 John Dvorak, MD, performed the first surgery and cut the opening-day ribbon alongside our surgical team and leaders.

The DV5 allows our surgeons enhanced precision and better visualization, improving patient outcomes and shortening recovery times with smaller incisions. As the first health system to offer this latest advancement in surgical technology in Lexington, we’re proud to provide care that is innovative, patient-centered and transformative for our patients and community.

To learn more about this advanced technology, visit https://ow.ly/panE50Xu7f8.

11/11/2025

🌟 Meet Our New Nurse Practitioner! 🌟

Please join us in welcoming Maude Williams, APRN, FNP-C, to the CSGA Gastroenterology team!

With over 10 years of nursing experience — including 6 years in open-heart recovery and several years in our endoscopy center — Maude brings both skill and compassion to every patient she meets.

Before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, Maude worked right here at CSGA as a GI prep nurse. She spent her days preparing patients for procedures, listening to their concerns, and collaborating closely with our physicians to guide next steps in care. This hands-on experience gave her a deep understanding of GI conditions and the opportunity to train directly alongside our gastroenterologists — knowledge she now brings to her new role as a provider.

She lives by the words of John Wesley: “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, to all the people you can, as long as you ever can.” and strives to treat every patient like family.

A proud NKU graduate with honors, Maude is passionate about listening to your concerns and helping you find answers to your GI needs. We’re so excited to have her as part of our team! 💙

10/31/2025

Our awesome CMA, Chris Richie, has been with the Gastroenterology Physicians for 44 years. She is retiring at the end of this year and will be so sadly missed by all here are CSGA. As a tribute to her this year, our GI Staff decided to surprise her this Halloween and they all dressed up as her. I mean why not? Everybody wants to be Chris!

10/31/2025

Our CSGA team got into the Halloween spirit! 👻

Even when we’re out of our scrubs and into costumes, we’re still all about keeping things GUTSY! 💙🧡

Wishing you a safe and spooktacular Halloween from your colorectal care team!

10/22/2025

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Think your at-home stool test is enough? Think again.🤔

Colonoscopy’s don’t just find cancer- they prevent it by removing precancerous polyps before they turn dangerous❗️

That’s why the colonoscopy remains the gold standard in colon cancer prevention.⭐️

Learn more or schedule your screening with us TODAY!

10/14/2025

❌ Myth: If you don’t have symptoms, you don’t have colon cancer.

✅ Truth: Colon cancer often has no symptoms in its early stages, which is why regular screening is critical. When symptoms do appear, the cancer may already be advanced.

Call us today to get your screening booked!

09/25/2025

🩺 Your Family Health History Matters 🩺

Did you know that a family history of colon cancer can increase your risk? Knowing—and sharing—your family’s health history is one of the most powerful steps you can take to protect your future.

✅ Talk to your loved ones about any history of colon cancer or polyps.
✅ Share this information with your doctor.
✅ Ask if you should begin screening earlier than the general guidelines.

Early detection saves lives, and knowledge is the first step. Together, we can make colon cancer a preventable disease. 💙

📞 Contact CSGA to learn more about screenings and care options.

09/16/2025

❌ Myth: A healthy lifestyle means you’re immune to colon cancer.

✅ Truth: Eating well and exercising reduce risk—but don’t eliminate it. Genetics, age, and other factors still play a role, so screening is essential as someone over the age of 45- regardless of lifestyle.

Call CSGA to schedule your screening today!

09/05/2025

🚨 Now Hiring: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
📍 Full-Time | Mon–Fri | No nights, no weekends, no call!

Looking for your next opportunity in healthcare? Join our friendly, fast-paced Gastroenterology Office where your skills matter and your time is respected!

✨ Why You’ll Love It Here:
✅ Monday–Friday schedule only (Hello, work-life balance!)
✅ 98% of health premiums covered by the employer
✅ Supportive team + training in a specialty field
✅ Room to grow professionally
✅ No weekend or on-call shifts — ever!

👩‍⚕️ What You’ll Do:

Room patients, take vitals, and update records
Keep patient flow smooth and efficient
Provide compassionate care and support
Use your Allscripts/Veradigm skills like a pro
🎯 What We’re Looking For:
✔ Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
✔ Strong communicator + team player
✔ Reliable, punctual, and passionate about patient care
✔ Allscripts/Veradigm experience required

💬 Sound like a fit? We’d love to hear from you!
Apply now and join a team that truly values what you bring to the table.

📩 Apply on Indeed today!

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