Central Illinois Endoscopy Center is in the Business of Preventing Colon Cancer

Central Illinois Endoscopy Center (CIEC) cares for the endoscopy needs of the tri-county region. Located in the Illinois Medical Center, CIEC is downstate Illinois’ largest freestanding dedicated endoscopy center with a team of 11 board certified gastroenterologists and a highly specialized staff. Quality patient care is a top priority and as a result, CIEC is proud to share a 94% patient satisfaction rating through Press Ganey Associates, the largest surveyor of patient satisfaction in the United States.

As Peoria’s first outpatient center dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, CIEC’s team is committed to helping people live longer, healthier lives. CIEC’s facility offers enhanced privacy for patients and their families in a comfortable, quiet setting. The average length of stay is less than two hours with Saturday morning appointments available.

CIEC’s goal is to prevent colon cancer by screening 5000 Peoria area residents by the end of 2012. Factually, colon cancer screenings save lives. As the second leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States, prevention is important. Colon cancer affects both men and women. The best way to prevent colon cancer is with a colonoscopy. 90% of colon cancer deaths can be prevented with a timely screening colonoscopy, yet 40% of those who should be screened, haven’t been. Dedicated to reversing those numbers within the Peoria region, CIEC offers a variety of ways to make it easier for patients to get screened.

Patients are often concerned about the preparation required for a colonoscopy. Today’s colonoscopy prep is easier than before as there are now multiple prep solutions available. They even offer procedural relaxation during the procedure if sedation is not desired.

Colonoscopy screenings should begin at age 50 and even younger if an immediate family history of colon cancer or colon polyps exists. Those who meet these criteria can schedule a colonoscopy without a physician referral.

More information on Central Illinois Endoscopy Center and the benefits of screening are available at ciendoscopy.com or by calling (309) 495-1144.