How Can I Reduce the Risk of Colon Cancer?

How Can I Reduce the Risk of Colon Cancer? (0:16)

The best way to reduce the risk of colon cancer is to get a colonoscopy, says Lisa Ganjhu, DO, a gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Medical Center. In this video, learn the best way to reduce the risk of colon cancer.

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The number one way of preventing colon cancer really is having colonoscopy. By having colonoscopy, we're looking for polyps and by removing those polyps you reduce your risk of colon cancer.

Lisa Ganjhu, DO

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About Lisa Ganjhu, DO

Lisa Ganjhu, DO is a board certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at the NYU Langone Medical Center- Miller Practice. She was also a participant in the award-nominated movie, Super-Size Me.

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How Can I Reduce the Risk of Colon Cancer?