In the wake of ‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman’s death from colon cancer at age 43, we would like to emphasize the importance of being screened for colon cancer, especially if you are aged 45 and above or have a family history of colorectal cancer.
A recent study suggests taking proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can increase the risk of developing COVID-19.
Colon and breast cancer incidence may increase by 10,000 over the next decade, according to a recent article in the Washington Post. Because of coronavirus quarantine measures, thousands of life-saving, preventive screenings were canceled or postponed.
Our GI doctors and staff are well-trained and ready to assist you in any way possible.
Meet the Doctors
Mark J. Cossentino
M.D.
Tej P. Gupta
M.D., F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P.
George M. Halow
M.D.
Jesus Hernandez
M.D.
Alan Karp
M.D.
Enrique Beniquez Nieves
M.D.
Vinay M. Patel
M.D., Medical Director
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Endoscopy Center of El Paso 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).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
The physicians at Endoscopy Center of El Paso 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!
When it comes to reviews, our patients have highly rated the care they received from our GI doctors and staff, commending us on our professional and friendly personnel. One five-star reviewer said, “I have had my share of procedures done and have to say that this facility and its staff are one of the best I’ve encountered. From the time I walked in to the time of my release, the staff in the front and back were caring and comforting. At no time did I feel like a number or that I was being rushed through. I would absolutely recommend this center and its physicians.”
Endoscopy Center of El Paso 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 El Paso County.
