Call (970) 363-5431 to schedule a telehealth or in-person appointment in Avon. Call (970) 363-5376 for clinical questions.
Colorado Mountain Medical welcomes patients with a wide array of gastrointestinal concerns, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), reflux disease, colon cancer screening needs, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and hepatitis. Our CMM providers perform a large volume of gastroenterology procedures, including colonoscopy, endoscopy and hemorrhoid banding.
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
What is a colonoscopy & when should you get one?
A colonoscopy is an exam used to detect changes or abnormalities in the large intestine (colon) and rectum.
If you’re 45 or older, it’s time for a colorectal cancer screening. Early detection saves lives. Colorado Mountain Medical's gastroenterology team specializes in the digestive system and its disorders. If you're a child of the 80's or older, don't put off this important screening.
If you’re 45 or older, it’s time for a colorectal cancer screening. Early detection saves lives. Colorado Mountain Medical's gastroenterology team specializes in the digestive system and its disorders. If you're a child of the 80's or older, don't put off this important screening.
Preparing For Your Procedure
- Please make sure you have had your annual wellness visit with your primary care provider prior to having your colonoscopy and that you have a physician's order for the procedure you would like to schedule.
- You must have an adult (friend or relative) drive you home for and after your procedure. Not having a driver will result in procedure cancellation as you may not go home alone, by taxi or bus.
- For those with an artificial heart valve, pacemaker, internal defibrillator, or a diagnosis of heart failure, please consult with your cardiologist and our clinical team at (970) 363-5376. A cardio clearance may be required.
- If you are taking any anticoagulants, please discuss management with your prescribing physician.
- If you have had a joint replacement within the past 6 months, please consult with your surgeon regarding specific instructions.
- If you are diabetic, have a history of kidney disease or history of incomplete preps, please notify our office, as you may require a different colonoscopy preparation—these alternatives can include Clenpiq, Suprep or Nulytely. Please call (970) 363-5376 to discuss with our clinical team.
- Please adhere to dietary guidelines outlined in your prep instructions.
Please complete VVSCs One Medical Passport:
- Go to VailValleySurgeryCenter.com;
- Select the “Patient Resources” link on the home page;
- Select the “Online Check-in” link;
- Select the “One Medical Passport- Edwards” link;
- Select “Register” highlighted in green;
- Complete the registration and medical history screens, select finish to submit your Medical Passport;
- If you need help with this process, please use the "Help" link on the left side of the screen. You may also reach out to the Edwards Surgery Center at (970) 569-7412.
Procedure Instructions
Please select the appropriate option below for your scheduled procedure. These instructions include forms that you will need to complete and bring with you to submit prior to your colonoscopy and/or upper endoscopy procedure.
