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?
All adults at average risk for colorectal cancer should start regular screening at age 45. Take our assessment to see if you meet the criteria.
You may be eligible for a fast-track colonoscopy if you have:
- No personal history of colorectal cancer
- No personal history of adenomatous polyps or advanced serrated polyps
- No inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's disease or Ulcerative colitis)
- No strong family history of colorectal cancer or advanced polyps (especially in a first-degree relative under age 60)
- No inherited cancer syndromes (like Lynch syndrome or Familial adenomatous polyposis)
- No symptoms suggestive of colorectal disease (bleeding, unexplained anemia, weight loss, persistent bowel habit change)
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, scheduled within two weeks for individuals at average risk for colorectal cancer—without the need for a pre-procedure consultation. Choose the location most convenient for you, with options available in downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Doral and North Miami Beach.
- 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
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Colorectal Cancer Assessment
Complete our questionnaire to see if you meet the criteria for a colorectal cancer screening.
- 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
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.