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How to make your colonoscopy prep experience better
Podcast: Make it a project, with directions and supplies set out in advance, says endoscopist
Colon cancer awareness and the importance of screenings
Podcast: Colorectal screenings are vital steps against colon cancer that start at age 45
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Colonoscopies: Debunking the myths
Procedure can help prevent colon cancer (and you might not even remember it)
⋅ 6 min read
Urinary catheter to prevent pullout injuries ready for FDA
Quick-release Foley catheter would improve safety for hospital patients
⋅ 11 min read
Sanford doctor joins Academy of Master Surgeon Educators
Out of 90,000 applicants, fewer than 100 are chosen each year
⋅ 7 min read
Patient is colon cancer-free after robotic-assisted surgery
In the hands of a surgeon, robot makes smaller incisions, easier recovery
⋅ 5 min read
Sanford study to ID kids’ risk for diabetes, celiac disease
Grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust will provide screenings for children
⋅ 7 min read
Grant gives Sanford access to national cancer trials
Close to home, patients can join clinical trials trying to improve cancer care
⋅ 11 min read
Surgeon’s modified gastrostomy tube may reduce patient risk
Sanford Health's Dr. Steven Briggs redesigns tube used to feed ICU patients
⋅ 7 min read
Appendicitis hastens baby’s delivery via C-section
Bea Smith was grateful for a doctor she trusted when pregnancy veered from plans
⋅ 8 min read
Health care in your hometown? It’s about family, community
Rural Health Day recognizes care providers and patients
⋅ 7 min read
Girl finds support in specialists for rare disorder, cancer
Kaley Maassen, 11, had been seeing team since birth — then had to add oncologist
⋅ 21 min read
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