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Dr. Antoinette J. Pusateri, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbus, OH specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2018 and has 6 years of experience. Dr. Antoinette J. Pusateri, MD is affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC).
181 Taylor Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
3721 Ridge Mill Drive
Hilliard, OH 43026
410 W. 10th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210
6100 North Hamilton Road
Westerville, OH 43081
6700 University Boulevard 3rd Floor, Suite 3e
Dublin, OH 43016
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.
A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:
Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.
Dr. Antoinette J. Pusateri, MD graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2018. She completed residency at Ohio State University Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Ohio.
Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine (2018)
Residency: Ohio State University Medical Center (2021)
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine (2021)
Licensed In: Ohio
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Dr. Antoinette Pusateri is a specialist in adult gastroenterology. She is professionally affiliated with Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute.
