Are You At Risk?

Colon Cancer Quiz

Are you over the age 50?
Do you have a history of colon polyp or colon cancer?
Do you have a 1st degree relative with colon polyp or colon cancer?
Are you an African American over age 45
Do you have diarrhea or constipation that has been ongoing for more than 3 weeks?
Do you have a family history of pancreas, breast, or uterine cancer?
Have you seen any blood in or on your stool?
Do you have unexplained weight loss?
Do you have Familial Polyposis Syndrome?
Do you have unexplained abdominal pain?
Serving the Greater Raleigh Area

Serving the Greater Raleigh Area

Our Goal is to exceed your expectations by providing exceptional care before, during, and after your visit with our office. We care for patients from around the state from our two office locations in Fuquay-Varina and Dunn, NC.

Full Spectrum Wellness

Full Spectrum Wellness

Our practice approaches patient care from a global perspective. To achieve the best and lasting outcomes we provide education, incorporate nutrition, lifestyle, and use the best quality products.

Patient Education

Are You At Risk?

Gastrointestinal problems account for more hospitalizations in the U.S. than any other group of disorders. Take our quick colon cancer quiz to see if you may be at risk.

Cologuard Technology | 3.2.15

Testing for colon cancer just got easier. If you don’t already know, Cologuard is a new competing technology for colon cancer screening that is simple and ease of use. It involves no prep, no sedation, and most importantly, its effective. What exactly is Cologuard? Cologuard is a cancer detection test. Specifically, it tests for genetic
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Vernon Receives Recognition – North Carolina Gastroenterologist | 9.12.14

The practice of Kurt Vernon, MD, The GI Guy, is proud to announce that we have received a ‘Tier 1 Designation”, a high quality recognition from one of the nation’s largest health insurers – Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC. BCBSNC Tiered Network utilizes administrative claims data to identify high quality, low cost providers and
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