Please note, patient visitors will be limited to no more than one for the patient’s entire hospital stay or visit. Children under the age of 18 will no longer be allowed as visitors. For more information on our ongoing response to COVID-19 in Gainesville, Jacksonville, and Central Florida, visit our coronavirus website.Click to learn more
UF Health Endoscopy Center
As a result of the recent Executive Order from the office of the Governor of the State of Florida and out of an abundance of caution and concern for our patients during the current COVID-19 pandemic, we have postponed the scheduling of elective surgeries and procedures until further notice. This helps us minimize the chance of infection for our patients and staff, conserves the use of personal protective equipment and maintains resources for those who might become critically ill in the future. We will resume scheduling elective surgeries and other procedures once the situation improves. Please reach out to your primary health care provider if you have any questions or concerns.
The UF Health Endoscopy Center is a 17,000-square-foot facility, devoted entirely to outpatient endoscopic procedures, such as colonoscopy and upper endoscopy.
UF Health Shands Hospital is recognized as high performing in colorectal surgery and ranked national among the best hospitals for gastroenterology & GI Surgery by U.S. News & World Report.
It is the only stand-alone facility within the UF Health system dedicated to endoscopic procedures and is one of the largest of its kind in Florida. Patient comfort is the top priority of the team at UF Health Endoscopy Center, from the initial referral through the completion of the procedure. Expert UF gastroenterologists use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in a relaxed setting to provide personalized medical care.
The Medical Team
A team of highly skilled UF gastroenterologists and physician assistants, nurses and staff and community anesthesiologists with specialized training in GI procedures combine their expertise to provide patients with excellent medical care.
Nationally and internationally renowned UF gastroeneterologists perform endoscopic procedures for patients suffering from a variety of complex gastrointestinal disorders and digestive complaints.
Men and women over the age of 50 should have a screening colonoscopy to ensure any early signs of colon cancer are detected and, if possible, removed during their colonoscopy, which can avoid surgery and save lives.
What Patients Should Expect
Patients are seen by referral. A healthcare professional who would like to refer patients for endoscopic procedures can refer them to UF Health Endoscopy Center by fax. Upon receiving a referral, a scheduling coordinator will contact the patient within 48 hours to schedule an appointment. Appointment information will then be mailed to the patient's home address.
Patients will be provided procedure-specific instructions to follow for the days prior to their procedure regarding eating, drinking and taking certain medications. It is important that patients follow these instructions carefully and call UF Health Endoscopy Center at (352) 265-ENDO (3636) with any questions regarding your scheduled procedure.
Most patients are provided monitored anesthesia care (MAC) to keep them comfortable throughout their procedure. Because of the sedation used for the procedures, an adult driver MUST remain with you until you are dischared home to ensure safety. A family member or friend can wait comfortably for the patient in the waiting room.
Procedure Results
The gastroenterologists will answer questions about the procedure or individual care before the procedure. The referring provider will be notified of the results to review with the patient in more detail.
After the procedure, the patient will be sent home with a copy of the endoscopy report. Another copy of the report will be sent to the referring provider. Pathology results will be communicated to the patient and the referring physician by the gastroenterologist performing the procedure in 5-10 business days.
Southeastern Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The Southeastern Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (SECIBD) at the University of Florida and the Gainesville VA Medical Center is dedicated to the study and treatment of Celiac Sprue, Crohn’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis.
Specialties
Conditions & Services
- Anal fissure
- Barrett esophagus
- Colon and rectal cancer
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal polyps
- Crohn disease
- Endoscopy
- Esophageal cancer
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Gastrointestinal Motility Procedures
- Hemorrhoids
- Ileoscopy
- Liver biopsy
- Peptic ulcer
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Stomach cancer
- Swallowing difficulty
- Ulcerative colitis
Medical Records
Pay your bill
If you have questions or wish to pay in person, please consult our billing section.Accepted Insurance
Shands hospitals and UF Physician practices accept insurance from numerous providers, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, CIGNA, Humana, Capital Health, United Healthcare, Medicaid, and state and government services. For a full list of accepted plans visit our Insurance / Billing page.
Insurance acceptance varies between physicians and locations and is subject to change. To confirm that a specific physician will accept your insurance, please contact the practice using the telephone numbers listed at the top of the page. A representative will be happy to assist you.
Financial Assistance
Patients who lack insurance coverage or are unable to pay their portion of the healthcare services they receive may qualify for financial assistance based upon their income level.UF Health is tobacco-free
Help us maintain our strong commitment to patients and to promoting good health in our communities: please don't smoke, chew tobacco or use electronic cigarettes on UF Health-owned or -operated properties. Thank you.
