Independent gastroenterology practice Charleston (S.C.) GI opened an endoscopy center in Summerville, S.C., according to local media outlet Live 5 News.
What you should know:
1. With the opening of Lowcountry Endoscopy Center, Charleston GI now operates four offices and three endoscopy centers.
2. Lowcountry Endoscopy Center will primarily focus on colon cancer screenings for patients in Summerville and surrounding areas.
3. Charleston GI says its Lowcountry Endoscopy Center is Berkeley County's first freestanding endoscopy center owned and operated by independent gastroenterologists.
4. In total, Charleston GI has 12 board-certified gastroenterologists. Their combined experience exceeds 100 years.
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