This is another common question I am often asked in the office. Colonoscopy should NOT be painful. If it is painful, your doctor and nurse should be made aware as soon as possible. Remember, most doctor’s offices have after hours and weekend phone systems to report any concerns. What can I expect? Following the procedure, …
After completing the required colon cleanse (also know as “bowel preparation”), you will be asked to present to a local endoscopy center. This is the location where your Gastroenterologist (doctor) will perform the colonoscopy. You will be required to have a trusted driver (family, adult child, or close friend) to transport you to and from …
Woo hoo!! This marks a major personal accomplishment: 100 consecutive days of publishing posts on my website. I challenged myself over 3 months ago to see if I could do something that represents an effort to regularly update my website; as we move closer to 2021, I am steadfast in my goal to maintain a …
I know it’s time to get off the computer when my son looks at me with the cutest smile, or (more importantly) when he is crying for attention. I know it’s time to get off the computer when my wife and I want to explore new topics and travel to new places. I know it’s …
Music plays an integral role in many peoples’ lives. I randomly was thinking back to the days at Lake George Jr/Sr High School, and remember classical music playing in the hallways. There is definitely a role for playing intricate, inspiring music, particularly in the learning/academic setting. Similarly, I’ve noticed that our newborn son likes listening …
