Colorectal Cancer Screening Coordination

Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended for most adults beginning at age 45, and there is usually more than one appropriate option. Dr. Golian reviews your age, family history, and personal risk factors during your visit, often as part of your comprehensive physical examination.

Depending on your situation, she may recommend an at-home stool-based test or a colonoscopy. If a colonoscopy is indicated, she arranges the gastroenterology referral and oversees the details so you are never left to navigate the process alone.

If you are using an at-home stool test, preparation is minimal: Dr. Golian's office provides the kit and clear instructions, and you simply collect the sample and return it for analysis.

A colonoscopy requires bowel preparation with a prescribed cleansing regimen the day before, along with dietary adjustments. Your gastroenterologist's team supplies detailed instructions, and Dr. Golian's office is available to answer questions and confirm any medication adjustments beforehand.

For stool-based tests, Dr. Golian reviews your results promptly and explains what they mean. A normal result typically means routine re-screening, while an abnormal result is followed by a coordinated colonoscopy referral.

After a colonoscopy, your physician will share findings and recommend a personalized interval for your next screening. Dr. Golian integrates these results into your ongoing preventive care so nothing falls through the cracks.