Vermont Gastroenterology
Caring comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of digestive diseases.
Be sure to carefully follow the prep instructions for your specific procedure related to eating and drinking. If you do not follow the instructions, your test may be delayed or rescheduled. DO NOT drink water or any liquids 2 hours before your procedure.
875 Roosevelt Avenue
Suite 132
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Phone: (802) 864-7483
Fax: (802) 660-4337
info@vtgastro.com
Some of your medications (such as blood thinners and GLP-1 Agonists) may need to be stopped for a few days before your procedure. In almost all cases, you MUST let us know if you take blood thinners or GLP-1 drugs (Such as: Ozempic, Victoza, Trulicity, Mounjaro, Rybelsus), as these must be held before you have […]
875 Roosevelt Avenue
Suite 132
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Phone: (802) 864-7483
Fax: (802) 660-4337
info@vtgastro.com
It is extremely important that you review the prep instructions well in advance of your appointment, and follow them to properly prepare for the procedure. This enables your doctor to perform an effective and comprehensive examination. Patients that are unprepped for their procedures will need to be rescheduled and may incur additional charges.
875 Roosevelt Avenue
Suite 132
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Phone: (802) 864-7483
Fax: (802) 660-4337
info@vtgastro.com
The total time you will be in the Endoscopy Suite will be 2 to 3 hours at the University of Vermont Medical Center, and about 1 to 2 hours at the Green Mountain Surgery Center. You must have a responsible adult driver who will be there for discharge instructions and to drive you home.The procedure […]
875 Roosevelt Avenue
Suite 132
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Phone: (802) 864-7483
Fax: (802) 660-4337
info@vtgastro.com
A nurse will ask you questions and take your blood pressure, pulse, and temperature. An IV line will be placed so you can get fluid and medications during your procedure. Waiting times may vary from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on your needs and any delays.
875 Roosevelt Avenue
Suite 132
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Phone: (802) 864-7483
Fax: (802) 660-4337
info@vtgastro.com
For safety during the procedure, all jewelry should be removed before you come to either the University of Vermont Medical Center or the Green Mountain Surgery Center. This includes earrings, rings, necklaces, and body jewelry. Vermont Gastroenterology and the Green Mountain Surgery Center are not liable for any valuables/jewelry that are lost during an appointment.
875 Roosevelt Avenue
Suite 132
Colchester, Vermont 05446
Phone: (802) 864-7483
Fax: (802) 660-4337
info@vtgastro.com
