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Colorectal cancer screening, starting at age 45, is key to preventing and detecting the disease early. Complete our quick assessment to see if you qualify for a screening and take the first step toward reducing your cancer risk.

Why Screening Matters

Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Many people don’t experience symptoms until the disease is advanced, making early screening critical. When caught early, colorectal cancer is highly treatable.*

* American Cancer Society

DO YOU QUALIFY FOR A COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING?

You may be eligible if you:

  • Are 45 years or older
  • Have a family history of colorectal cancer
  • Have experienced symptoms, such as changes in bowel habits, blood in stool or unexplained weight loss

What to expect during a colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a simple, routine procedure that allows doctors to detect and remove polyps before they become cancerous. The procedure is safe, minimally invasive and could save your life.

WHAT IS THE COST OF A COLONOSCOPY?

Typically, most insurance carriers cover preventive services such as colonoscopy screenings. However, please check your benefits. There is also a reduced rate for colonoscopy screenings for individuals without insurance.

WHY CHOOSE SYLVESTER?

At Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, we offer:

  • Fast-track colonoscopies that don't require a pre-procedure consultation for those with low risk of colorectal cancer
  • World-renowned experts specializing in colorectal cancer prevention and treatment
  • Advanced diagnostic tools for early and accurate detection
  • Minimally invasive procedures for faster recovery and better outcomes
  • Clinical trials available to cancer patients, made possible by our NCI designation
NCI Designated

TRUST YOUR GUT

Take control of your health today. If you're 45 or older, call (305) 243-8644 or take the assessment to see if you qualify for a screening. A few minutes now could make all the difference in your future.

Colorectal Cancer Questionnaire

Complete our questionnaire to see if you meet the criteria for a colorectal cancer screening.

Are you a UHealth Patient?

1. Do you have one or more of these symptoms?

  • Bleeding when you have a bowel movement or blood in your stool (bright red, black, or brick red)
  • Change in bowel movements like diarrhea, constipation, or different consistency
  • Losing weight without trying
2. Enter your age:

3. Do you have a family history of colorectal cancer or polyps?

You appear to have symptoms that require follow up with a gastroenterologist.

Please contact the Digestive Health Scheduling Center at 305-243-8644 (option 2, option 1).

To schedule an appointment online, fill out an appointment request form.

Based on this information, you do not meet the needs for screening at this time.

Please address any concerns you may have with your primary care provider.

You may meet guidelines for screening.

We evaluated your personal and/or family history and risk factors and believe that you may be a candidate for screening. If you have a sibling, child or parent who has/had colorectal cancer, then start screening at age 40, or 10 years before the age that the youngest relative was diagnosed, whichever is earlier.

Colorectal Cancer Screening