colonoscopist
A colonoscopist is a medical doctor who specializes in performing colonoscopies. Colonoscopies are endoscopic procedures used to examine the inside of the colon, also known as the large intestine. This examination is crucial for detecting and diagnosing various conditions affecting the colon, including colorectal cancer, polyps, inflammatory bowel disease (such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), and sources of bleeding.
The procedure involves the insertion of a colonoscope, a long, flexible tube with a camera attached, into
Colonoscopists typically have completed medical school, followed by a residency in internal medicine or general surgery.