Pandemic Lockdown Delays Cancer Diagnosis, Results in Poor Outcomes
Delays in diagnosis and treatment of cancer during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in worse outcomes for some patients, according to recently published data.
Why it’s Important to Schedule a Colonoscopy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Raj Devarajan, gastroenterologist at Middlesex Digestive Health & Endoscopy Center in Acton, MA, talks about the importance of routine colonoscopy screening even during the pandemic.
Acton’s Best GI Doctors Dedicated to Patient Care
Our Acton gastroenterologists and staff at Middlesex Gastroenterology, P.C., and Middlesex Digestive Health & Endoscopy Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in its quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy and small bowel enteroscopy. Our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our GI doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center for GI procedures.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Our Acton gastroenterologists and staff at Middlesex Digestive Health & Endoscopy Center are committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow.com to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in Middlesex County.
Patient Forms
At Middlesex Digestive Health & Endoscopy Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Middlesex Digestive Health & Endoscopy Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Middlesex Weight Management
Are you tired of not succeeding in your weight loss goals? Have you gained weight during the pandemic because of changes in your levels of stress, exercise and eating habits? Do you have a BMI of 25 to 40 kg/m²? If you’ve answered “yes” to these questions, we invite you to speak with Dr. Gail Herzig, MD and Maglenes Hoogasian, NP to explore if the Plenity Weight Loss program is right for YOU.
29 Reviews
Dec 4, 2021
Dec 2, 2021
Fastest experience, very professional. I never even got to sit down in the waiting room. I felt normal afterwards!
Oct 29, 2021
I’m 77, former news/talk host at WXYZ-TV Detroit & WBZ-TV Boston - have interviewed Presidents and many brilliant leaders and was blown away with the knowledge and speaking ability of Dr. Arpan Panel, M.D. at Middlesex Health Endoscopy Center. His analysis & discussion of my recent blood test results not only helped me visualize my condition, comforted me on the level of its importance, and convinced me that he truly knows what he is talking about - he also made me WISH I had become a doctor. Can’t think of a way to give higher praise?!
Oct 9, 2021
Very professional from start to finish. All staff members were considerate and caring.
Oct 7, 2021
Very well run, well organized operation. Check in was quick and easy (most of it had been done online prior to arrival). The nurses who cared for me were very nice and everything was explained well. Dr. Epstein visited beforehand and explained the procedure and the small risks. The procedure itself was easy, since I was asleep throughout. I have to note that the preparation was by far the worst aspect of this. This was my fourth colonoscopy in 13 years (all performed by Dr. Epstein) and the fluid you have to consume the night before and the morning of the procedure is utterly disgusting. While the quantity is less than it was 13 years ago, I find this "improved" version far more difficult to ingest. I barely got it down this time and was nauseated by it. I don't understand why the general advance in medical technology has not managed to improve this situation. Dr. Epstein stopped by again after the procedure to deliver welcome news. This was possibly my last procedure, due to my age. But if another is appropriate, I will absolutely go back to Middlesex Endoscopy and Dr. Epstein and would recommend them to others. Colonoscopy is an important tool in the prevention of colon cancer, which is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, according to the CDC.
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Fantastic people. Very professional and made me feel at ease especially being it was my first time with this procedure. Highly recommend!