Gastroenterology (Endoscopy)

Procedure: A colonoscopy is a procedure to examine the large intestine for anomalies such as polyps, tumours, or inflammation.
During the procedure, a long, flexible tube equipped with a camera is inserted into the rectum and guided through the colon.

Preparation: To ensure accurate results and patient safety, it is important to follow the specific preparation instructions provided by our team.

What to expect: Users can be given mild sedation to lessen discomfort during the colonoscopy. It is not unusual to feel slightly bloated or gassy after the procedure. We recommend that you come to your appointment with a responsible adult, because the sedation used during the procedure may temporarily affect your coordination and judgment.

Procedure: A gastroscopy, also known as an upper endoscopy, provides a visual examination of the esophagus, stomach, and the upper part of the small intestine (the duodenum). It is used to diagnose issues such as gastroesophageal reflux, ulcers, and inflammation.

Preparation: Your physician will give you specific instructions for fasting and possible changes needed to your medication.

What to expect: Gastroscopy is generally done with sedation to ensure the patient’s comfort. It is not unusual to have a slightly irritated throat after the procedure. This discomfort should generally disappear within a few hours. Our team will provide detailed instructions after the procedure and answer all of your questions.

Only provided at St. Mary’s Hospital Center.

Procedure: ERCP combines an endoscopy with X-ray imaging to diagnose and treat issues of the bile ducts and pancreas. It is used to assess and treat obstructions, gallstones, and pancreatitis.

Preparation: Our team will give you specific instructions to prepare for this procedure. You may need to make changes to your medication, so it is important to follow all of the instructions attentively.

What to expect: ERCP is done with sedation to ensure the patient’s comfort. Patients may experience mild discomfort after the procedure. Our team will provide detailed instructions after the procedure for optimal recovery.

• For outpatients 
Fax :  514 734-2713

• For hospitalized patients
Fax :  514 734-5432 (For ERCP procedures)

• The user or physician must fax a referral to  514-367-8662 or bring it to the secretary of the Endoscopy Department in person.

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• For outpatients
  Fax :  514 630-4731