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Your Safety is Our Top Priority

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Are You 45 or Older?

Colorectal cancer numbers are rising for people younger than 50. Early detection is key to detect or even prevent the disease.

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Patient Experience Exceeds Expectations

Our patient experience scores exceed national averages

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No Out-of-Pocket Expense for Your Colonoscopy

By May 31, 2022, most health insurance plans will fully cover this procedure to evaluate a positive stool-based test for colon cancer. Check with your insurance about your coverage.

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Digestive Health Center has cared for patients for 20 years.

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Prevent Colon Cancer

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Akron’s Best GI Doctors

Our gastroenterologists and staff at Digestive Health 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).

We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as our center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in performing a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies and upper endoscopies.

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!

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For Your Visit

Digestive Health 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 Summit County.

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At Digestive Health 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).

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Insurance and Billing

Digestive Health Center accepts most major insurance. 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.

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Meet Our Physicians

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Edward J. Esber Edward J. Esber FACG, FASGE, M.D. Scott A. Fulton Scott A. Fulton FACG, FASGE, M.D. Jeffrey Gellis Jeffrey Gellis D.O. Costas H. Kefalas Costas H. Kefalas AGAF, FACG, FASGE, M.D., M.M.M. David Mossad David Mossad M.D. Alexander N. Pontikos Alexander N. Pontikos M.D. William F. Shaheen William F. Shaheen M.D. Ganesh R. Veerappan Ganesh R. Veerappan FACG, M.D.
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Aug 17, 2022
Google • Digestive Health Center

My experience was excellent! My colonoscopy was scheduled at 3:00 and they were right on time. Everyone was professional and friendly. The whole process was top notch and I would definitely recommend this place!

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Aug 17, 2022
Google • Digestive Health Center

Nice people clean efficient always a pleasure thank you DAVE 😉☺️ Wallace

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Aug 16, 2022
Google • Digestive Health Center

Dr. Esper and and the whole staff were caring and knowledgeable! They took time to explain everything and made sure I was comfortable. I didn't feel a thing and felt great afterwards. I highly recommend Digestive Health Center for your colonoscopy!

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Aug 12, 2022
Google • Digestive Health Center

Excellent care! Highly recommend.

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Aug 11, 2022
Google • Digestive Health Center

Excellent ❤️ I'm a very nervous like person. I really didn't want to get it done. However after going to the digestive health center, I wouldn't choose any other place thank you so much for your kindness and your care. Everyone was very professional


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