Many people don’t think about their colon health until something goes wrong. But there are steps you can take to keep your colon (and the rest of your body) healthy. In this article, we are going to discuss a few tips for keeping your colon happy and healthy. Three tips for keeping your colon healthy […]
Is a Screening Colonoscopy Worth it?
Many patients have been told that they should get a screening colonoscopy at a certain age, but some wonder whether the procedure is worth the effort. The fact is that screening colonoscopies are not just worth it – they can be life-saving. In this article, we are going to explain why it’s worth it to get regular […]
Warning Signs of a Pancreas Issue
The pancreas performs many essential functions that help the body absorb essential nutrients. When the pancreas breaks down, many issues can arise. In this article, we are going to discuss a few of the warning signs that you may be experiencing an issue with your pancreas. Unexpected Weight Loss If you’re losing a surprising amount […]
Five Ways to Decrease Your Sugar Intake
In 2016, the U.S. Surgeon General recommended that Americans cut down on their sugar intake. The average American consumes 47 pounds of added sugars per year!! Not only do added sugars contribute to weight gain and make weight maintenance difficult or impossible, research shows that added sugars also: Impair memory Increase risk of heart disease […]
Obesity is the 2nd Leading Cause of Preventable Death in America
Did you know that obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death in America, second only to smoking? Obesity contributes to as many as 365,000 deaths in the United States each year. Obese individuals have an overall mortality rate almost twice that of normal-weight individuals. Obesity reduces life expectancy by as much as 10-20 […]
8 Tips to Stay Healthy Over the Holidays
“It’s beginning to look (and taste, and smell, and feel) a lot like Christmas!” It’s that time of year when we tend to eat too much, drink too much, sit too much and stress too much. But, if we plan ahead and stay conscious of our actions, we can be healthy throughout the holidays. Below […]
Join us for Saturday Colonoscopies!
Have you been putting off your screening colonoscopy because you don’t want to miss work? Do you hate the thought of using your hard-earned vacation or PTO days for a procedure? Bhatti GI has the solution and has made it easier with our Saturday schedule. Come in your slippers and jammies, and we’ll reward you with a well-deserved […]
Insurance May Not be Covering Your Hospital Colonoscopy
Did you realize that some major insurance plans are no longer covering your colonoscopy or upper endoscopy at a hospital? Insurance companies like Blue Cross Blue Shield are requiring that colonoscopies and EGD’s take place at a free-standing surgery center, or ambulatory surgery center (ASC). Ambulatory surgery centers (ASC’s) are modern, standalone healthcare facilities that […]
4th of July: Picnics, Parties and Heartburn
While those grilled burgers and brats, and that extra special spicy barbecue sauce you’ve perfected sounds delicious, all those fatty and spicy foods can wreak havoc with your digestive system. They can cause heartburn that can make you too miserable to enjoy the rest of your 4th of July party. Certain types of foods are […]