Patients Experience 100 Percent Remission in Clinical Trial
A small clinical trial reported that 100 percent of the patients experienced remission of rectal cancer after immunotherapy.
Southeast Texas Gastroenterology Associates
Why Choose Us?
Southeast Texas Gastroenterology Associates is the largest GI practice between Houston, Texas, and Baton Rouge, La. We have served the people of The Golden Triangle, East Texas and parts of Louisiana since 1988. All SETGA physicians are board-certified and see patients for gastrointestinal and digestive disease consultations, as well as colon cancer screening and endoscopy services.
For Your Visit
Southeast Texas Gastroenterology Associates 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 the all guidelines.
Patient Forms
At Southeast Texas Gastroenterology Associates, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. Upon scheduling your surgery, a member of our staff will provide you with the required forms to fill out. We encourage you to take time to complete these before arriving on day of surgery, so that we may care for you promptly. If you happen to misplace any of the provided forms, duplicates are available for download.
Insurance and Billing
Southeast Texas Gastroenterology Associates accepts most major insurances. 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 is between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and/or deductibles. We accept cash, check or credit card.
News
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.
Taller People May Be at Increased Risk of Colon Cancer
A new meta-analysis from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine suggests taller people may be more likely to develop colon cancer than shorter people.