In the wake of ‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman’s death from colon cancer at age 43, we would like to emphasize the importance of being screened for colon cancer, especially if you are aged 45 and above or have a family history of colorectal cancer.
A recent study suggests taking proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can increase the risk of developing COVID-19.
Colon and breast cancer incidence may increase by 10,000 over the next decade, according to a recent article in the Washington Post. Because of coronavirus quarantine measures, thousands of life-saving, preventive screenings were canceled or postponed.
Our GI doctors and staff are well-trained and ready to assist you in any way possible.
Meet Our GI Doctors
Richard Awtrey
M.D.
Howard I. Brenner
M.D.
Vernon J. Carriere Jr.
M.D.
George E. Catinis
M.D.
Julie C. Guider
M.D.
Benjamin A. Guider, Jr.
M.D.
Brett Hymel
M.D.
Shantiprakash M. Kedia
M.D.
Abdul M. Khan
M.D.
Sarath Krishnan
M.D.
Rebekah (Becky) H. Lemann
M.D.
James D. Lilly
M.D.
Mark J. Marino
M.D.
Herbert K. Mayer
M.D.
William M. Meyers
M.D.
Nicholas J. Persich
M.D.
Scott D. Pollack
M.D.
G. Richard Puente
M.D.
Sanjeeva T. Reddy
M.D.
Gary (Taavi) Reiss
M.D.
Charles G. Schibler, II
M.D.
David R. Silvers
M.D.
Robin Staudinger
M.D.
Rian M. Tanenbaum
M.D.
Steve G. Venturatos
M.D.
Mark J. Wegmann
M.D.
The gastroenterologists and staff at Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the greater New Orleans 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). Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates is skilled in performing a myriad of digestive procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy and small bowel enteroscopy.
Our gastroenterologists not only meet but exceed U.S. benchmarks for quality in colonoscopy. See Our Scores Here.
Additionally, our patients value the compassionate care they received from our GI doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center for GI procedures. 89 percent of patients report satisfaction, and 86 percent say they are likely to recommend us to family and friends. See what they had to say here.
When it comes to reviews, our patients highly rate the care they received from our doctors and staff, commending us on our professionalism and friendliness. One patient provided this five-star review: “The staff at Metro GI is diversified, which is important in metro New Orleans. They are very warm and friendly. I felt as though I was a member of their family. Their demeanor, while pleasantly relaxed, presented a very professional milieu; this balance was truly refreshing.”
Our New Orleans gastroenterologists and staff at Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates are committed to ensuring your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from your first office visit through your post-procedure follow-up. To assist us, we ask you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to announce our partnership with StopColonCancerNow.com to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in the Greater New Orleans area.
At Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. Upon scheduling your surgery, a member of our staff will provide you with the required forms to fill out.
Metropolitan Gastroenterology Associates accepts most major insurance. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance carrier; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover.
