Have IBD? You May Need More Frequent Colonoscopy Screenings.
A new study found that patients with IBD who had a colonoscopy every one to three years were less likely to be diagnosed with advanced colon cancer.
Why Choose Us?
Our gastroenterologists and staff at The Endoscopy Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and upper endoscopy.
Our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our GI doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center for GI procedures.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
The Endoscopy Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in the Knoxville community.
Patient Forms
At The Endoscopy Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
The Endoscopy Center accepts most major insurance. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles. We accept cash, check or credit card.
Meet the Doctors
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Johnny Altawil
M.D.
Steven J. Bindrim
M.D.
Sarkis J. Chobanian
F.A.C.G., M.A.C.G., M.D.
William Ergen
M.D.
Jeffrey Gilbert
M.D.
John M. Haydek
A.G.A.F., F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P., F.A.S.G.E, M.D.
Jason Huffman
M.D.
Hannah Jones
D.O.
Kevin Patrick Meyers
MD
Matthew Moore
M.D.
Raj I. Narayani
F.A.C.G., F.A.S.G.E, M.D.
Maria B. Newman
M.D.
Charles M. O'Connor
F.A.C.G., M.D.
Scott L. Wilhoite
M.D.
43 Reviews
May 23, 2022
May 22, 2022
My first colonoscopy. I don't see how it could have gone better. Friendly, professional, on time, and efficient with great communication...oh, and painless. Thank you Dr. Wilhoit and staff!
May 16, 2022
The Endio Center North is very organized with a knowledgeable and super friendly staff. They know what patients are thinking and anticipate questions. The staff provides very detailed and helpful information. They check on you and work with patients in order to provide a very caring professional understanding, supportive, experience, worthwhile experience
May 15, 2022
Excellent patient care that will exceed your expectations from arrival to discharge. Very caring, and knowledgeable staff whom all take pride in the Professional Healthcare Services that they provide. Very blessed that I found Dr.Jeffrey Gilbert and his caring staff to take care of all of the Gastrointestinal Services I need. Respectfully Submitted, Jeffrey D. Aytes, RRT,EMT-P Tired, and Retired
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Join us for the GASTROINTESTINAL FESTIVAL
We invite you to join us at the GASTROINTESTINAL FESTIVAL in Knoxville on Wednesday March 30 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Everyone there was great!!