OhioHealth Now Offering Weekly Colorectal Cancer Screenings in Marion

Although many people don’t consider themselves at a risk – there is a growing number of adults under the age of 50 who are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer. That’s why OhioHealth is now offering weekly colorectal cancer screenings on Mondays and Fridays at its Marion Medical Campus located at 1040 Delaware Ave. 

Colon cancer facts and statistics for younger people are alarming. In the United States, about 10% of colon cancer cases are diagnosed in people under the age of 50. Those numbers are rising by one to two percent each year – and there’s no clear reason why that’s happening. 

Young adults are the only population group experiencing an increase in colorectal cancer. It’s currently the deadliest cancer among young men and the second deadliest cancer among young women. 

OhioHealth gastroenterologist Akeek Bhatt, MD, says early detection can save lives. 

“Early detection is key in the fight against colorectal cancer,” Dr. Bhatt explains. “Screening allows us to catch precancerous polyps before they become cancerous, or detect cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. With routine screenings, we can save lives and improve outcomes for patients in our community.” 

Patients who are 45 and older can call Dr. Bhatt’s office and ask to be scheduled for a screening colonoscopy. Screenings are available on Mondays and Fridays. To schedule, please call: 740-692-4477, option 1. 

To learn more about expert gastroenterology care in Marion, please visit: Gastroenterology | Marion Medical Campus | OhioHealth Physician Group.