Lakeside's Gastroenterologists
“The colonoscopy staff was wonderful.
Dr. Blalock was excellent. Her nurse
answered all of my questions. They all
made my procedure very tolerable.”
—Laura C. OKC
Colonoscopy Saves Lives.
Colorectal cancer will claim over 50,000 lives this year and is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Over 90% of these deaths will be age 50 and older.
The Endoscopy Center at Lakeside Women’s Hospital has been designed to comprehensively meet the needs of our community.
Only Lakeside offers “Gentle Colonoscopy” — Less abdominal discomfort. get brochure
Learn more from the American Cancer Society
Leading Experts Agree
Leading experts agree that the best way to reduce the chance of getting colorectal cancer (CRC) is to view the inside of the colon
where these cancers start. Colonoscopy is recommended for anyone over 50 years of age. It is also recommended for those over age 40 with a family history of colorectal cancer.
In the last twenty years, multiple medical studies have confirmed the benefits of colonoscopic screening. Two recent studies in the New England Journal of Medicine further support that colonoscopy screening reduces the death rate from CRC. Public awareness of CRC has increased with TV personality, Katie Couric, undergoing colonoscopy on TV to bring attention to a preventable cancer.
Colonoscopy Preparation
Your doctor will ask you to complete one of the following preps prior to your Colonoscopy. Click on the menu item below to download a copy of the appropriate prep. Please follow the instructions carefully - failure to do so may result in the cancellation of your procedure.
NOTE: These procedures call for a clear liquid diet meaning fat-free clear broth, strained fruit juice, water, plain coffee, plain tea, or clear soda. Gelatin or popsicles in any color but red or purple may also be eaten. For more details click here.
How long does the Colonoscopy procedure last?
Your estimated time at our facility will be 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours. This includes checking in, procedure time, and the recovery period. Do not plan to drive, operate machinery, sign legal documents, cook, or be responsible for children for the rest of the day. You will need
a person to accompany you to drive you home and remain with you for at least 4 to 6 hours. You may return to your normal activities the following day.
Please leave your valuables at home or with your family members. We are not responsible for personal belongings
Upper Endoscopy
Upper endoscopy enables the physician to look inside the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine). The procedure might be used to discover the reason for swallowing difficulties, nausea, vomiting, reflux, bleeding, indigestion, abdominal pain, or chest pain. Click here for more information.
- NEW Specialized state-of-the-art facility and technology
- Board certified physician
- Comfortable, private patient rooms with TV
- Saturday appointments are available
- Easy access, and free parking
- Shorter waiting times
- Friendly and professionally trained staff
- Free PSA test for men
- No referral necessary for colonoscopy
Save a life ... Encourage a loved one or friend
to have a colonoscopyEasy scheduling - just call (405) 936-1065
Learn more from the American Cancer Society
Leading Experts Agree
Leading experts agree that the best way to reduce the chance of getting colorectal cancer (CRC) is to view the inside of the colon
where these cancers start. Colonoscopy is recommended for anyone over 50 years of age. It is also recommended for those over age 40 with a family history of colorectal cancer.
In the last twenty years, multiple medical studies have confirmed the benefits of colonoscopic screening. Two recent studies in the New England Journal of Medicine further support that colonoscopy screening reduces the death rate from CRC. Public awareness of CRC has increased with TV personality, Katie Couric, undergoing colonoscopy on TV to bring attention to a preventable cancer.
Colonoscopy Preparation
Your doctor will ask you to complete one of the following preps prior to your Colonoscopy. Click on the menu item below to download a copy of the appropriate prep. Please follow the instructions carefully - failure to do so may result in the cancellation of your procedure.
NOTE: These procedures call for a clear liquid diet meaning fat-free clear broth, strained fruit juice, water, plain coffee, plain tea, or clear soda. Gelatin or popsicles in any color but red or purple may also be eaten. For more details click here.
How long does the Colonoscopy procedure last?
Your estimated time at our facility will be 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours. This includes checking in, procedure time, and the recovery period. Do not plan to drive, operate machinery, sign legal documents, cook, or be responsible for children for the rest of the day. You will need
a person to accompany you to drive you home and remain with you for at least 4 to 6 hours. You may return to your normal activities the following day.
Please leave your valuables at home or with your family members. We are not responsible for personal belongings
Upper Endoscopy
Upper endoscopy enables the physician to look inside the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine). The procedure might be used to discover the reason for swallowing difficulties, nausea, vomiting, reflux, bleeding, indigestion, abdominal pain, or chest pain. Click here for more information.