Patients Skip Colon Cancer Screenings Because of Obesity Stigma
People who are overweight or obese may skip life-saving cancer screenings because they fear their doctor’s judgment.
Why Choose Us?
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Chevy Chase 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 performing a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
The physicians at Chevy Chase 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
Chevy Chase 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 Greater Washington area.
Patient Forms
At Chevy Chase 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 patients may complete before their 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
Chevy Chase 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 prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles. We accept cash, check or credit card.
4 Reviews
May 6, 2022
Oct 21, 2021
Raquel was so kind at the front desk and made me feel welcome right away. Great experience!
Dec 3, 2019
I was very anxious before my colonoscopy with Dr. Weinstein. But from the moment I was called in for the procedure, I was treated with the utmost kindness from the doctors and their assistants, all of whom displayed great thoroughness and professionalism. The anesthesiologist, Dr. Cole, patiently explained the procedure before administering the medication (as he told me, I was out in three seconds and awakened 30 minutes later feeling refreshed. Afterwards, Dr. Weinstein walked me through the findings in addition to presenting me a detailed written report including photographs. The lesson of the day: fear not. Do what you need to do. And use this practice, if you do
May 9, 2018
I am an RN for over 40 years and had a procedure done at the center mid May 2018 So, I am a very informed health professional. My experience far exceeded my expectations. The staff was very professional, punctual and informative. The setting is clean, comfortable and affords privacy. Dr Kirk is an excellent Gadtroenterologist who has an wonderful bedside manner. I highly recommend, without reservation, Dr. Kirk and the Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center.
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Amazing staff - receptionists, nurses, anesthesiologists and doctors are all extremely professional and friendly. I'd like to thank everyone there for taking such a good care of me.