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.
Why Choose Us?
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Waco Gastroenterology 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 Waco Gastroenterology 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
Waco Gastroenterology 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 the Waco community.
Patient Forms
At Waco Gastroenterology 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
Waco Gastroenterology 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 before your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles. We accept cash, check or credit card.
47 Reviews
Mar 26, 2021
Mar 19, 2021
I had a colonoscopy at the Waco Gastroenterology in March 2021. I was very pleased with the overall experience from the time I walked in the door until I left! The front desk secretary was very nice and helpful and had a smile on her face which put me at ease. The nurse called my name and took me back for my examine and she too was very understanding and again was very nice and put me at ease! She prepared me for the exam . I was then taken into the examination room where I was met by Dr. Ancha and his nursing staff that would be helping him! All of his staff along with the doctor explained what they would be doing . Totally put my mind at rest! The anesthesia told me exactly what she would be doing! Let me tell you she was a hoot! I fell asleep laughing! After the procedure I was greeted by Dr. Ancha and he told me he found a polyp and he removed it ! Such a nice concern doctor! The sweet nurse helped me put my clothes on and walked me out of the office to end my colonoscopy experience. The nurse handed me a piece of paper from the doctor telling me what he found and six pictures of inside my colon ! I was so impressed with my whole entire experience! I am waiting for my results from the polyp which I pray is okay! Thank you Dr. Ancha and nurses for making a scary experience a calming experience! I highly recommend this nice doctor and his staff if you are dreading to have a Colonoscopy!
Mar 12, 2021
From scheduling to rescheduling, pre-registration, check-in on day of procedure, the nurse, anesthesiologist and Dr. Contreras, everyone was professional, courteous and respectful. Nurse Allison and Ashley and anesthesiologist Elizabeth were great and made me feel comfortable and relaxed. The prep was the worse part of the procedure. Excellent staff and doctor. Highly recommend this office!
Mar 5, 2021
The staff very courteous thoughtful and professional. My I V started without a problem which I have had a problem with in the past. Nurse was very good and got it in on first try! Great Staff kudos to all!!
Feb 27, 2021
Everyone was extremely nice and efficient! They were very caring and professional. Best experience I have ever had with the procedure done.
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Everyone was very friendly. My procedure was scheduled for 8:00 and I was out of recovery by 9:00. No problems afterward.