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HEALTH Yeah! Ep27: Screening and Treatment Options for Colorectal Cancer
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- HEALTH Yeah!
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- Feb 27, 2026
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- 1799
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Summary
00:00 Opening and Introductions 1:33 What is a colonoscopy? 2:28 Why are people scared of getting a colonoscopy? 3:53 Why should people get a colonoscopy at the age of 45? 6:10 Screening options other than colonoscopy 9:08 FAST TRACK Screening Colonoscopy Program at Stony Brook Medicine 11:35 What happens when a patient is diagnosed with colorectal cancer? 15:42 Colon cancer v. rectal cancer treatment 17:17 Advancements in colorectal cancer treatment options (surgical, medical and radiation oncology) 23:09 The role of immunotherapy in rectal cancer treatment 26:36 Advancements in colonoscopy 29:40 Closing Remarks Join experts from Stony Brook Cancer Center for an informative conversation about colon and rectal cancer screening, diagnosis and advanced treatment options. In this episode, experts will discuss the importance of screening, walk you through what to expect during a colonoscopy, and discuss screening options other than colonoscopy. You’ll also hear about the latest advancements in surgical, medical, and radiation oncology, as well as incolonoscopy. Experts: Deborah Nagle, MD Olga Aroniadis, MD, MS Alexander Stessin, MD, PhD Julie Gemmill, DO, MS *DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.