Gastroenterology Care
GI Services in Durango, Colorado
At Southwest Endoscopy, we provide high-quality gastrointestinal (GI) care for the Durango community and surrounding areas. Whether you’re managing a minor digestive concern or need advanced diagnostic testing, our team is here to support your digestive health every step of the way.
Early detection of gastrointestinal conditions can be life-saving. That’s why we focus on timely, accurate diagnosis and compassionate care in a comfortable outpatient setting. Southwest Endoscopy has proudly served the Durango area since 2001 and is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), reflecting our commitment to patient safety and quality standards.
Experienced, Patient-Focused GI Care
Our experienced clinical team specializes in gastrointestinal endoscopy and delivers care with professionalism, respect, and compassion. Southwest Endoscopy Center is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure safe, efficient, and effective procedures.
We understand that your time matters. Most patients undergoing endoscopic procedures at our center are able to return home within two hours of check-in, allowing you to recover comfortably and quickly.
At Southwest Endoscopy, our goal is simple: provide trusted GI care in a welcoming environment, so you can get answers, feel confident in your care, and get back to your day.
Common Procedures
Colonoscopy is an examination of the large intestine (colon) that is frequently performed for routine colon cancer screening, detection and removal of potentially precancerous growths (polyps), evaluation of symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, bleeding, or constipation, and the monitoring of inflammatory bowel diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, or EGD, is an examination of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum that is often performed for the evaluation of symptoms such as heartburn, trouble swallowing, abdominal pain or indigestion, vomiting or weight loss, or a sensation of filling up too fast. Endoscopy is also often performed in individuals who have reflux symptoms, such as heartburn, to screen for complications, like the potentially precancerous problem known as Barrett's esophagus.
Esophageal dilation is the treatment of narrowing in the esophagus due to gastroesophageal reflux disease, allergic disease of the esophagus (eosinophilic esophagitis), or other disease processes. Dilation is performed with a variety of instruments, including tapered plastic or rubber-like tubes and balloon catheters. Dilation is generally performed during an upper endoscopy.
We offer hemorrhoidal band ligation (temporary placement of internal rubber or latex-free bands at the base of hemorrhoids) using the CRH O'Regan system or other (endoscopic or anoscopic) ligators. We also offer infrared coagulation (infrared light-based coagulation probe) treatment. These treatments can all be initiated at the time of colonoscopy. Follow-up procedures, often needed to complete a course of effective care, can be scheduled in our clinic.
Find a Gastroenterologist
We’re proud to partner with Digestive Health Associates, which is Durango’s only local, independently owned GI practice.
Digestive Health Associates
2 Burnett Court, Suite 100
Durango, Colorado 81301
Providers:
Stuart Saslow, MD
Gregory Churchill, DO
Bethany Glotfelty, PA-C
Phone: (970) 385-4022
"Friendly and professional- they made an unpleasant procedure the best it could be. The nurses had the best bedside manner and made me feel comfortable. Even though I am always nervous when having a medical procedure done, their friendly banter made me feel as though I was among friends. Thank you!!!" - Southwest Endoscopy Center Patient