Taller People May Be at Increased Risk of Colon Cancer
A new meta-analysis from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine suggests taller people may be more likely to develop colon cancer than shorter people.
Why Choose Us?
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Waco Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
The physicians at Waco Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center not only meet but exceed U.S. benchmarks for quality in colonoscopy. Our adenoma detection rate (ADR), the rate at which our GI doctors identify adenomatous colon polyps, surpasses the national benchmark of 25 percent. See Our Scores.
Additionally, our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our GI doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center for GI procedures.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Waco Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in the Waco community.
Patient Forms
At Waco Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that you may complete before your visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Waco Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center accepts most major insurance. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them before your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles. We accept cash, check or credit card.
157 Reviews
Jun 21, 2022
Jun 14, 2022
I highly recommend this facility. The staff was very welcoming, informative and uplifting. Dr.Charles Rives explained the procedure well. The staff made an unpleasant, necessary event as pleasant as possible. I want to thank them all!
Jun 14, 2022
Doctor was late! I was on time. That happens. Nice lady came out to tell me that he’d arrive in about 15 minutes. He did. Office staff, nurses, anesthesia guy, doctor, all were pleasant, thorough, not rushed. I’ll see them again in 5 years. I’d give them very high marks. Not a complaint one. Thanks folks.
Jun 7, 2022
I would recommend Waco Gastroenterology after having a colonoscopy performed there. I was a bit apprehensive since it was my first time to have one done. The nurse that readied me for the actual procedure was very good at calming her patients as she worked.. Once the patient preparation for the procedure.had been completed, the actual procedure and post- procedure went smoothly with no after effects from the anesthesia. I plan on having my next one performed there as well. Good work Waco Gastroenterology!
Jun 7, 2022
Great staff! Everyone was compassionate and made me feel comfortable. Would recommend Waco Gastro
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Great experience from start to finish.Treated respectfully all times. Height recommend great staff