How long will I be at the Center?

You will be at the Center for approximately 2.5 hours in total. You will spend less time at the center by making certain you are punctual for your appointment. Arriving earlier than your appointment time won’t necessarily get you through faster while arriving late will probably cause you to lose your scheduled time slot and create substantial delays for you. Completing the required paperwork (available on-line or by mail) prior to your arrival will expedite the process.

Will my procedure be painful?

No, the Center is fully staffed with Board-Certified or Board Eligible Anesthesiologists to ensure that your procedure is comfortable.

I am having an upper endoscopy. Do I have to do anything to prepare for this procedure?

There is no specific preparation but you should not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before the test.

I am having a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. Do I have to do anything to prepare for this procedure?

Yes. Please follow your physician’s instruction for this procedure. Please contact your physician’s office for a prescription or instructions.

My procedure is scheduled for the afternoon. Can I eat or drink anything the morning of the procedure?

You should not eat anything after midnight. You may have up to 1 cup of clear liquid 4 hours prior to your scheduled arrival time at KBEC. Please consult your physician for additional instructions if you are scheduled for an afternoon appointment.