Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction

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Good health starts from within. Be proactive with early detection of common colon-related conditions, such as polyps, colitis or irritable bowel.

Recognizing that colorectal cancer is now the second leading cause of cancer death in Canada*, our Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction Program uniquely integrates specialists from gastroenterology, nutrition and exercise physiology to address the behaviours that contribute to risk. We will perform a baseline colonoscopy, identify your risk and educate you on how to lessen your risk factors.

*Sources: Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada
Canadian Cancer Society

Ideal for

Canadians age 50 and older who may have average risk factors such as obesity, inactivity, partaking in alcohol or smoking, a diet high in red meat or other hereditary factors.

The program is also recommended for those with a higher-than-average risk such as your own history of polyps or colorectal cancer, colitis or Crohn’s disease, family history of colorectal cancer or polyps or a family member diagnosed with a colorectal syndrome.

Benefits

  • Early polyp detection through a colonoscopy is a practical way to reduce risk; there are no early warning signs or symptoms
  • Once detected, polyps are easily removed and biopsied
  • Identifying risk factors is the first step to modifying behaviors to reduce future health issues

Highlights

  • All procedures are performed by a board certified gastroenterologist or colorectal surgeon
  • Program incorporates the specialty physician, dietitian, exercise physiologist and a case manager

Coverage

  • The Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction Program is not covered by provincial health plans, though may be partially or fully covered by extended health insurance plans. The coverage for each carrier is different; please check your plan to see what coverage is available for this type of service. Physician referrals are required.
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The Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction Program addresses the lifestyle and behaviour factors that can lead to colorectal cancer. Typically, 10-15% of our clients will have a polyp at the time of their colonoscopy. Polyp detection through a colonoscopy is a practical way to reduce risk as there are no early warning signs or symptoms. Polyps can turn into cancer; once detected, they are easily removed and biopsied for classification as either non-cancerous or benign (pre-cancerous or cancerous).

Our board-certified gastroenterologist and colorectal surgeon will initiate your colonoscopy testing and should the findings require surgical attention, we will refer you as appropriate. You’ll meet with our registered dietitian to create a food program that enhances your health, controls your weight and improves your energy and work with our exercise physiologist who will prescribe a physical activity plan relevant to your interests, resources and goals.

The Colorectal Risk Reduction Program includes:

  • An overall assessment of your condition
  • An individual behaviour and lifestyle assessment program
    • Sessions with our registered dietitian
    • Sessions with our exercise physiologist