Tag Archives: Endoscopy

How long will my colonoscopy take?

It is important to get your screening colonoscopy to test for colon cancer once you are 45-50 years of age or older since there are usually no symptoms. The purpose of a colonoscopy is to look inside your colon for polyps, cancers, and other … Continue reading

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Tacoma Gastroenterologist Named Counselor on the ASGE Governing Board.

Link: Tacoma Gastroenterologist Named Counselor on the ASGE Governing Board. The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) announces its 2011-2012 Governing Board. One of our Gastroenterologist’s, Dr. Klaus Mergener, has recently been named a member of the ASGE governing board.

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