Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers when detected early. At PACT Gastroenterology, we provide comprehensive colon cancer screenings to ensure your long-term health. Whether you need a colonoscopy near you, want to explore colon screening test options, or are searching for the best colonoscopy doctors near you, we are here to help.
If you are looking for a GI doctor for colon screening, our board-certified specialists provide safe, accurate, and compassionate care. We offer urgent colonoscopy appointments, ensuring quick and efficient evaluations for those at high risk.
Testimonials
The doctor took his time to review my medical history. After explaining what he thought it may be he went over what we had to do next. Never felt rushed and always had the answers to my questions.
The staff is professional, caring and well trained. Dr. Puchalski is an excellent physician who is a strong diagnostician and looks at the totality of his patient’s medical issues, not just the pulmonary aspect of their condition. I am beyond pleased by the care and treatment I received.
Was a pleasure meeting the Doctors! Explained everything in an excellent way and answered all my questions!
My pulmonologist was excellent; he took his time to review all my records; explained my condition and possible future solution(s) to my issues in the future. Dr. Puchalski is a wonderful doctor – knowledgeable, experienced, kind and very meticulous and dedicated.
Dr. Puchalski was very helpful and was open to my helping me with my health. He did the tests and we talked about that. My lungs were clear.
“Dr. Puchalski was my doctor at Yale after I was diagnosed with cancer on the lining of my lung. I had a buildup of fluid, called a pleural effusion, that had to be extracted. Dr. Puchalski did a great job extracting the fluid from my lung and also performed a tube thoracostomy that I needed. He inserted a catheter into my pleural space to continue to drain the fluid. Dr. Puchalski was always informative, treated me in a professional way, and, a year later, made me laugh as he pulled out the tubing I was so petrified of having him do. I highly recommend him.”
Many patients ask, “does insurance cover colonoscopy?” The good news is most insurance plans, including Medicare, cover routine preventative colorectal screenings; check with your insurance carrier on their coverage policy. We also offer low-cost colonoscopy options and assistance for uninsured patients.
What are colon polyps? Polyps are growths in the colon that can develop into cancer over time. Our specialists offer expert polyp surveillance colonoscopies, polyp removal, and ongoing monitoring to prevent colon cancer naturally.
It depends on your age, family history, and prior test results. Most people should have their first colonoscopy around aged 45 and a colonoscopy every 10 years, but those with higher risk factors may need to start younger or have them more frequently.
Colonoscopy is considered the most effective method for detecting colorectal cancer, but options like the fecal immunochemical test (FIT) and Cologuard may be suitable for some patients who do not qualify for a colonoscopy.
If polyps are detected during a colonoscopy, they can often be removed immediately to prevent cancer development. Follow-up polyp surveillance colonoscopies may be required.
Yes, Medicare and most insurance plans cover preventive colorectal cancer screenings, including colonoscopies. Additional costs may be incurred depending on the test results and other factors.
Don’t wait—early detection can save your life.
Whether you need a colonoscopy appointment near you, a GI clinic accepting new patients, or want to discuss urgent colon cancer screenings, PACT Gastroenterology is your trusted partner in colon health.
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PACT, LLC & PACT MSO, LLC
322 East Main Street, Suite 1B
Branford, CT 06405
