Marshall Health Network enhances gastroenterology services with new endoscopy suite
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Marshall Health Network brings enhanced gastroenterology care to patients in a state-of-the-art outpatient endoscopy suite located in the new Robert and Lena Shell Medical Pavilion on the health sciences campus of Cabell Huntington Hospital and Marshall University Medical Center.
The new suite is designed to provide advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with greater precision, efficiency and comfort for patients. It features the latest in endoscopic technology, including high-definition imaging, artificial intelligence (AI), Endocuff technology and enhanced visualization tools, allowing for earlier detection and treatment of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions such as colorectal cancer, polyps and inflammatory bowel disease. The improved equipment also supports minimally invasive techniques, resulting in faster recovery times and reduced risk of complications for patients.
“Investing in this advanced endoscopy suite demonstrates our commitment to providing the highest quality GI care for our community,” said Tim Martin, M.B.A., Chief Operating Officer for Cabell Huntington Hospital. “With improved technology and an optimized patient experience, we are better equipped to detect and treat digestive disorders at their earliest stages.”
One of the most critical uses of endoscopy technology is the colonoscopy—a routine screening that remains the gold standard for preventing and detecting colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., but regular screenings can reduce risk significantly by identifying and removing precancerous polyps before they develop into cancer.
The American Cancer Society recommends that individuals at average risk begin colorectal cancer screenings at age 45. Those with a family history or additional risk factors may need earlier or more frequent screenings.
“Our goal is to make life-saving screenings more accessible and comfortable for our patients,” said Ahmed Sherif, M.D., chief of gastroenterology at Marshall Health and associate professor at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine. “A colonoscopy is a simple procedure that can have a profound impact on long-term health, and we encourage individuals to talk with their primary care provider about scheduling their screening.”
For more information or to find the nearest screening location, visit marshallhealth.org/CRC.