Gastroenterological Procedure Preparation
How to Prep for Your Procedure at Washington Township Medical Foundation
This section of our website contains answers to common questions along
with advice regarding preparation for a gastroenterological procedure
at Washington Township Medical Foundation. Our staff and team of skilled,
experienced, and caring physicians are here to provide support and help
and to answer all of your questions. We want you to feel at ease. Ask
us any questions you may have before your procedure, and be sure to click
through to the following pages for more information about the procedures
we offer and how to prepare in advance.
Preparing for Gastroenterological Procedures
Visit the following sections of our website to learn more about preparing
for any one of the various gastroenterological procedures we offer at
Washington Township Medical Foundation:
Please note that the information provided here is not the equivalent of
a medical consultation. Speak with your doctor if you have any questions
about the procedure ahead of you. Most patients typically feel some anxiety
before a procedure. We can help you know what to expect. Our gastroenterology
team at Washington Township Medical Foundation is available to answer
any questions you may have.
General Preparation
It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions before any gastroenterological
procedures. Most endoscopy procedures involve conscious sedation. For
this reason, it is critical that there is no food in your stomach in order
to minimize aspiration risk, which occurs when the contents of your stomach
are vomited into your lungs. This can cause pneumonia. Be sure to carefully
observe your doctor’s instructions about dietary restrictions, as
well as medication restrictions. If your doctor gives you nay type of
prep to drink before your procedure, be sure to follow instructions carefully.