VO: Welcome To GI-North, where gastroenterologist Dr. Simon R. Cofrancesco specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive problems. Affiliated with Northside Hospital-Forsyth and located in Cumming, Georgia, GI North provides the latest in advanced technological care and treatment as well as personalized attention for each and every patient. Dr. Cofrancesco: "What we offer at GI North that's unique is a solo gastroenterologist that's available five days a week." VO: Dr. Cofrancesco graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and completed his residency at Tufts University at Baystate Medical Center. Since opening GI North in 2011, Dr. Cofrancesco has provided treatment for patients who suffer from digestive diseases such as IBS and Celiac disease as well as relief for patients who have a wide range of uncomfortable symptoms. Dr. Cofrancesco: "The most common reason that people come to me is because they usually have abdominal complaints... Usually pain, a change in their bowels, reflux, sometimes difficulty swallowing food." VO: However, Dr. Confrancesco specializes in performing diagnostic tests like colonoscopies and upper endoscopies in order to screen various digestive issues like colon cancer. Dr. Confrancesco: "It's one of the most common cancers that we see in this country. It's very treatable. Of course, it's most treatable if it's caught early or better yet, prevented by removing polyps. Across the board, most people do very well. I take care of lots of different cancers: esophageal, gastric, pancreatic. And most people with colon cancer do well because of that... because it is a slow moving cancer. " VO: But preventative tests are most effective when they catch a disease early. Dr. Cofrancesco: "That's the sneaky part of colon cancer. You can have it for five to ten years and feel fine. I think that's one of the biggest hurdles that patients have to overcome is to realize that the time to come to me is when they feel well... not wait until they get sick." VO: Although, digestive difficulties can be hard to discuss, Dr. Cofrancesco takes the time to diagnose your problem and offers the best treatment options for your specific individual needs. Dr. Cofrancesco and the professional staff at GI North have created a focused, friendly environment dedicated to your well being. Dr. Cofrancesco: "Our primary objective at GI-North is to provide an outstanding experience and excellent care throughout your entire visit from the moment you step foot in the clinic until you leave."

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