Interventional and advanced endoscopy

From routine screenings to advanced treatment for cancer or complex conditions and diseases, Penn Medicine gastroenterologists use the latest technology to perform minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. Our expertise and pioneering research mean you receive the most accurate results and best outcomes.

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Unmatched expertise in complex GI interventions

When you’re having unusual digestive symptoms or facing a serious gastrointestinal (GI) condition, you want clear answers as quickly as possible. At Penn Medicine, you have access to interventional and advanced endoscopy expertise and technology found in only a few centers nationwide. Our specialists use the latest endoscopy tools to diagnose and treat a range of issues like GI cancers and intestinal, pancreatic, and liver disorders. Advanced endoscopy lets us both see and treat problems inside the digestive tract without traditional surgery. This approach helps us find issues earlier, provide precise treatment, and often avoid incisions.

At Penn Medicine, we offer a level of interventional and advanced endoscopy expertise and technology found in only a few centers nationwide.

Pioneers in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS): Our gastroenterologists helped shape the early development of EUS, one of the most accurate tools for detecting and treating digestive diseases, especially cancer.
Advanced tools and state-of-the-art technology: We use today’s most sophisticated endoscopic equipment, giving you clearer imaging, more precise treatment, and less invasive care with fewer complications and quicker recovery.
Collaborative, highly experienced specialists: Board-certified gastroenterologists, surgeons, and other experts work together on your care, offering the skills needed for complex advanced endoscopic procedures.

Advanced endoscopic procedures at Penn Medicine

We use the most advanced technology available to examine your digestive tract and nearby organs with precise, high-quality imaging. This allows us to remove early cancers, open blocked ducts, and treat complex problems while preserving your organs.

Capsule endoscopy

A tiny camera encased in a pill is swallowed and records images as it moves through the digestive tract.

Colonoscopy

This procedure examines the lining of the rectum and colon to see whether these tissues are healthy.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

ERCP procedures use an endoscope to examine and treat bile and pancreatic ducts for diseases.

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty is an incisionless, reversible procedure for long-term weight loss.

Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)

A thin tube with built-in ultrasound capabilities captures detailed images of your digestive tract.

Esophageal manometry

This test helps diagnose swallowing problems by measuring how the esophagus contracts and relaxes.

Sigmoidoscopy

A thin tube, usually flexible but sometimes rigid, is used to examine the lower large intestine.

Upper endoscopy (EGD)

This simple, safe test uses a thin scope to examine the upper digestive tract.

Doctor explaining colonoscopy results to patient using monitor images on screen.

Direct access to colon cancer screenings

Colon cancer screening with colonoscopy can find and remove small growths long before they become cancer. We offer colonoscopy at convenient locations across the region and our team can help you find a location that fits your schedule. Most patients can schedule a colonoscopy without needing a pre-procedure office visit. A colonoscopy is a painless, quick screening test that can help protect your health for years.

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