Gastroenterology

Gastrointestinal specialists

Gastroenterology is a branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its organs, including the gallbladder, liver and pancreas. The gastroenterologists within Lovelace Health System work with a specialized team of medical professionals to provide preventive care and treatment for the full range of digestive issues, from colon cancer screenings to ulcer care to chronic disease management. Our doctors provide urgent procedures the same week, and non-urgent procedures can be performed within 2-3 weeks.When you need gastroenterology care delivered by compassionate experts, look no further than Lovelace.

To schedule an appointment or for more information, please call 505.727.7833 in Albuquerque or 575.625.3400 in Roswell.

Our digestive health treatments

When the digestive system is not working properly, it can greatly impact your quality of life. If you are experiencing digestive issues, we are here to support you in diagnosing the problem and developing a treatment plan.

Our GI care specialists provide treatments for the following conditions:

  • Acid reflux
  • Colon cancer
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Open Access colon cancer screening

In our commitment to the prevention of colon cancer, we offer our patients the option of Open Access Colon Cancer Screening. Open Access allows the patient to schedule a screening colonoscopy without a prior full consultation with a provider.

Open Access is appropriate for healthy patients who need a routine screening colonoscopy and who have no serious medical conditions. It iis recommended for healthy individuals over 45 years old with no concerning symptoms, as well as individuals over 40 years old with a family history of colon cancer.

Overview

What is Gastroenterology?

Gastroenterology is a branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its organs, including the gallbladder, liver and pancreas. Lovelace Medical Group gastroenterologists work with a specialized team of medical professionals to provide preventive care and treatment for the full range of digestive issues, including colon cancer screening, ulcer care, and chronic disease management.

When the digestive system is not working properly, it can greatly impact quality of life. If you are experiencing digestive issues, we are here to support you in diagnosing the problem and developing a treatment plan.

Screening

Open Access

Open Access colonoscopy allows all patients or referring physicians to schedule a screening colonoscopy without a prior consultation. Open Access is appropriate for healthy patients who need a routine screening colonoscopy and who have no serious medical conditions. Patients with medical issues are advised to meet with one of our providers for a consultation and detailed history to ensure that it is safe for the patient to have a colonoscopy.

Who’s eligible for Open Access?

  • Recommended for asymptomatic healthy individuals over 50 years old
  • Individuals with a family history of colon cancer over 40 years old
  • Any individual with a personal history of colon cancer or colon polyps

You or your physician can contact Lovelace directly to schedule your screening colonoscopy procedure. We will then coordinate with your physician any necessary paperwork, insurance authorization (if required) and preparation for the screening colonoscopy. We will require physician notes and a medication list to rule out any condition that may result in a pre-visit prior to this procedure. Please understand, Open Access is not a substitute for a physician consultation. If you have underlying GI issues, such as abdominal pain or change in bowel habits this exam may not be well suited for you and it would be in your best interest to have an initial consultation with one of our providers.

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Early Detection

While colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States for men and women it can be one of the most preventable cancers and most curable when detected at an early stage. Lovelace now offers Open Access Scheduling in an effort to encourage patients to schedule a screening.

  • Early screenings may detect cancers at an early stage where the cancer is most curable and preventable.
  • Early screenings may detect pre-cancerous polyps which, in the early stages, may prevent cancer from developing.

Schedule

Schedule An Appointment

For more information on colon cancer screenings click here, or call 505.727.7833 to schedule an appointment. 

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