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More Young Adults Are Getting Colon Cancer.

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By May 31, 2022, most health insurance plans will fully cover this procedure to evaluate a positive stool-based test for colon cancer. Check with your insurance about your coverage.

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Welcome to Digestive Diseases Center

Welcome to Digestive Diseases Center (DDC), your premier destination for comprehensive gastroenterological care in Panama City and greater Northwest Florida. Our unique setup brings together two distinct entities under one roof: Northwest Florida Gastroenterology and Northwest Florida Gastroenterology Center. This integrated approach ensures seamless care and convenience for our patients.

Digestive Diseases Center focuses on providing expert outpatient consultations, diagnostics, and follow-up care. Our team of board-certified gastroenterologists uses state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and manage a wide range of digestive disorders.

Northwest Florida Gastroenterology Center is an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) specializing in minimally invasive endoscopic procedures, such as colorectal cancer screenings and various gastrointestinal treatments. As the only freestanding ASC in Panama City dedicated to gastrointestinal endoscopy, it offers a convenient and comfortable environment for patients.

Every physician is affiliated with both Northwest Florida Gastroenterology and Northwest Florida Gastroenterology Center. This allows them to provide continuous and coordinated care across both outpatient and surgical settings, ensuring the highest quality of care from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up.

At DDC, patient satisfaction is our ultimate goal. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized attention and building trusting relationships with each patient. With four convenient locations in Panama City, Panama City Beach, Marianna, and Port St. Joe, we are committed to serving the community with excellence and compassion.

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Digestive Diseases 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.

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At Digestive Diseases 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 you may complete before your 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).

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Digestive Diseases Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier; 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.

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Robert M. Finlaw Robert M. Finlaw M.D. Christopher D. Wells Christopher D. Wells M.D. Shilpa C. Reddy Shilpa C. Reddy D.O. Rafael A. Ching Companioni Rafael A. Ching Companioni M.D. Cesar Chan Cesar Chan M.D. Lyam Ciccone Lyam Ciccone M.D.
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You're Not Too Young: Why Colon Cancer Screening Matters

Colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting adults under 50, making it a growing concern among younger populations.

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Beat the Trend of Early-onset Colon Cancer through Timely Screening

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Colorectal cancer cases rising in young adults is a concerning global trend. The best way to beat the trend is to prevent or detect the disease early through timely screenings.

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