We're proud to be participating in the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network's Lights of Hope event dedicated to honoring those who have been touched by cancer and remembering those we've lost. #LightsofHope
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Nebraska - ACS CAN
September 1 at 1:30 PM ·
Thanks Gastroenterology Specialties, P.C. for being a sponsor of our Lights of Hope event! We appreciate your support of our work to increase more funding for cancer research through public policy.
Colorectal cancer can affect anyone at any age. Listen to your body and speak with your doctor if you have symptoms such as unintentional weight loss, unexplained fatigue, pain in the lower stomach, or a change in bowel habits. Whether you have symptoms or not, screening colonoscopies should begin at age 45. Call or go online today to schedule your routine procedure!
We're excited to welcome our new Physician Assistant, Allison Koester, to our Gastroenterology Specialties Family!
Alli received her Bachelor of Radiographic Sciences from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where she graduated with highest distinction. She attended the Physician Assistant program at Wichita State University and graduated in 2016 with her Master of Physician Assistant. She began her career in surgery, before joining Gastroenterology Specialties in 2020. Alli is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Today is World IBD Day! Inflammatory bowel disease, which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, are serious, chronic digestive diseases that affect five million people worldwide. There is no cure, no known cause, and little public understanding of the pain and chronic suffering with which IBD patients courageously cope every day of their lives. Help spread awareness and unite the millions of IBD patients around the world!
Did you know that more than half of individuals diagnosed with colorectal cancer show no symptoms? This is why staying up to date with your screening colonoscopy is so important. If you are age 45 or older, call or go online today to schedule your routine procedure!
We had so much fun today at our "Tee It Up For A Cause" event as part of our United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County campaign! We're proud to partner with an organization committed to helping our community!
Happy Physician Assistant Week! We're so lucky to have a group of wonderful and dedicated PA's to provide our patients with excellent care. Thank you to Jill Beisel, Marissa Koch, Alli Koester, Alexandra Johnson, and Jessica Parks for all you do! We appreciate you!
Happy National Nurse Practitioner Week! We're so thankful for our group of dedicated and kind Nurse Practitioners that provide our patients with excellent care. Thank you to Lisa Donner, Kylee Fitch, Cindy Hammond, Kim Hiser, Rebecca Jurgens, Amy McCracken, Kristin McQuistan, and Jelayna Stauffer for all you do! We appreciate you!
Happy Thanksgiving! Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal business operations on Monday, November 30th. We wish a happy, safe, and healthy holiday to everyone!
Our annual holiday sweater contest may be a little different and socially distanced this year, but we still had such a fun time getting in the festive spirit! Which outfit is your favorite?
Gastroenterology Specialties, P.C.
February 13, 2020 at 12:46 AM ·
Don't keep putting off your screening colonoscopy. Call or go online today to schedule this potentially lifesaving procedure!
Gastroenterology Specialties, P.C.
February 3, 2019 at 3:00 PM ·
Worried about missing the big game because you're stuck in the bathroom? Our doctors are on your team to make sure that doesn't happen! Call or go online today to make your appointment.
African Americans are 20% more likely to get colon cancer & are 40% more likely to die from it than other ethnic groups. The reason behind this is systemic and complex, & you can learn more about this reason to #FightBackNE here: http://bit.ly/colon-cancer-in-african-americans. Call or go online today to schedule your routine screening colonoscopy!
Dress in Blue Day is a national event for allies to support raising colon cancer awareness. Early screenings are the number one way to prevent colon cancer and has the potential to reduce colon cancer deaths by 60%. Join the fight!
#DressInBlue was started by Anita Mitchell, a stage 4 colon cancer survivor, in 2009 after she lost her father and friend to the disease. Join us in preventing colon cancer deaths by helping raise national awareness about early screening.
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month! Colon cancer is preventable, treatable, and beatable with the proper screenings. Stay tuned throughout the month to learn why early detection is so important! If you're age 45 or older, call or go online today to schedule your routine procedure.
The best way to fight colon cancer is by preventing it from ever forming. Did you know that during a screening colonoscopy, your gastroenterologist can find and remove polyps before they become cancer? If you're age 45 or older, make sure you're up to date with your routine screenings!
Even though it is one of the most preventable cancers, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women combined in the US. So how can you make a difference? The #1 way is to get screened or encourage a loved one to get screened.
We're proud to show our support for Colon Cancer Awareness with #DressInBlueNE! Let's make this the year we all fight back against colon cancer!
Tomorrow is the day! When you share why you Dress In Blue on social, don’t forget to include the hashtag: #DressInBlueNE. We can’t wait to read your stories about why you Fight Back Against Colon Cancer!
Compared to April of 2019, April of 2020 saw a 90% decrease in colonoscopies and biopsies performed, and a 53% drop in colorectal surgeries. Don't put your health on hold. If you're age 45 or older, call or go online today to make sure you're up to date with your screening colonoscopy.
This area in between surrounding businesses was being overrun by litter and trash, so our Gastro Family banned together to clean up! We take pride in doing our part to keep our community looking nice!
Millions of colon cancer patients had their care put on pause during 2020, and 25% of them had no idea when it would resume. Help us get everyone back on track by talking to your healthcare provider or your loved ones about #ColonCancerScreening today.
With the pandemic causing 1.7 million colonoscopies to be missed in 2020, getting back on track MUST be our priority for 2021. Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers - if caught early! Talk to your healthcare provider today about scheduling your screening colonoscopy.
Did you know that early screening can catch colon cancer 2-3 YEARS before you experience symptoms? 23 million Americans ages 50-75 are past due for colon cancer screening. Are you one of them? Talk with your doctor today about scheduling your routine procedure!
When Keisha was first diagnosed with colon cancer, it was Stage 4 - when it already had spread throughout her body. She used her remaining life to be a voice of compassion, advocacy, and courage to fight back. This is her story: https://www.coloncancertaskforce.org/keisha-h
In 2020, thousands of people have pushed back their colon cancer screenings. But as Andie’s story shows, it’s persistence and dedication to early detection that helped this mom of two win her battle against colon cancer: https://www.coloncancertaskforce.org/survivor-videos-1
Colon cancer has become one of the most preventable cancers due to early screening awareness initiatives since 1970. Yet, 30% of adults 50-75 are behind on their care! Talk with your loved ones about the safe, effective options to get screened early for colon cancer.
