Podcast: What to Know About Colon Cancer Screening

In this episode of Back to Health, Andrea Betesh, M.D., Lea Lowenfeld, M.D. and Allison Yang, M.D., discuss the importance of colon cancer screening. The panel offers guidelines on how to choose the screening test that is right for you. They share the importance of knowing your family history, in preparation for a screening test. The doctors also help us to understand what to expect after a screening for colon cancer and how to understand your test results.

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With the spotlight on our collaborative approach to patient care, the series will present cutting-edge treatments, innovative therapies as well as real-life stories that will answer common questions for both patients and their caregivers.

We understand that medicine is complex and can be overwhelming. We’ve developed this as a resource for you, your loved ones and our community of patients because we believe that knowledge is empowering and necessary to making confident decisions about your health. If you’re a parent, be sure to check out Kids Health Cast.

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