Our Fast Track Colonoscopy at Lone Tree provides a streamlined way to schedule your colorectal cancer screening without requiring an additional office visit for most eligible patients.
What Is a “Fast Track” Colonoscopy?
A Fast Track Colonoscopy is a streamlined scheduling pathway designed for eligible adults who need routine colorectal cancer screening and do not require a separate pre-procedure office consultation. A colonoscopy is a procedure that allows a gastroenterologist to examine the inside of the colon using a thin, flexible camera. It is considered the gold standard for colorectal cancer screening because it can both detect cancer early and prevent it by removing precancerous polyps during the same procedure.
Colorectal cancer often develops slowly from adenomatous polyps—growths that form in the lining of the colon. Over time, some polyps can become cancerous. Removing them interrupts that progression. Screening is especially important because early colorectal cancer often causes no symptoms, making proactive testing critical. According to the National Cancer Institute, screening can reduce both colorectal cancer incidence and mortality by detecting disease early or preventing it entirely through polyp removal. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends colorectal cancer screening for adults ages 45–75.
Here’s how it works:
- Complete a secure digital intake form
- Our clinical team reviews your health history to confirm eligibility
- If appropriate, you skip a separate office visit
- You’re scheduled directly for your screening colonoscopy
