Why are Hispanics Less Likely to Screen for Colon Cancer?
Colon cancer screening rates are significantly lower among Hispanic Americans over 50, and Hispanic Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with colon cancer in advanced stages.
Tampa Bay Endoscopy Center
Why Choose Us?
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Tampa Bay Endoscopy Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
The physicians at Tampa Bay Endoscopy Center not only meet but exceed U.S. benchmarks for quality in colonoscopy. Our adenoma detection rate (ADR), the rate at which our GI doctors identify adenomatous colon polyps, surpasses the national benchmark of 25 percent. See Our Scores.
Additionally, our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our GI doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center for GI procedures.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Tampa Bay Endoscopy Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in Hillsborough County.
Patient Forms
At Tampa Bay Endoscopy Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that you may complete before your visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Tampa Bay Endoscopy Center accepts most major insurance. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles. We accept cash, check or credit card.
Meet the Doctors
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Amir Awad
M.D.
John Chang
M.D.
Israel Crespo
M.D.
John I. Delgado
M.D.
Norman B. Edgerton Jr.
M.D.
Leopoldo Grauer
M.D., FACG, FACP
Luis J. Lopez
M.D.
Ashwin S. Mehta
M.D.
Alfredo Mendoza
M.D.
Emmanuel Mompi
M.D.
Angel M. Rosario
M.D.
Eugene A. Ward
M.D.
Alan M. Weintraub
M.D.
37 Reviews
Jul 3, 2021
May 25, 2021
COVID protections are in place. Front desk, nurses, anesthesiologist, doctor and all staff were very friendly and professional. I would recommend this place for Endoscopy or Colonoscopy.
Apr 21, 2021
All the staff and personnel were professional, very caring, and friendly. They went the extra mile by calling me and texting me the day after my procedure to see how I was doing and if I had any after procedure complications. They also called me 3 days after the procedure to check up on me. They were very busy while I was there and the check in was a little long, but overall I was very pleased with the Endoscopy center and definitely recommend it.
Oct 16, 2020
I was referred to this facility for a procedure. Every member of this facility was amazing. They were so nice and caring. It’s an extremely stressful situation but they made sure that I understood and that i was taken care of every step of the way!! They were all amazing!
Sep 9, 2020
The doctor and the staffs were very kind! Excellent experience
News
Colorectal Cancer Screenings Now Recommended at Age 45
Undergoing colorectal cancer (CRC) screenings starting at age 45 could be a new lease on life for millions of people in the United States.
Ask for Early Colon Cancer Screening Based on Your Family History
If colon cancer runs in your family, it could affect your colon cancer screening age – the age when you should begin getting screened for the disease.
Dr. Rosario and his staff are very kind and thorough. Many people told me how terrible a colonoscopy would be, and it was a total piece of cake. (Even the prep).