
Endoscopy is a medical procedure that uses a tube-like instrument called an endoscope. The endoscope is put into the body to look inside, and perform certain surgical procedures.
Procedures at Altru’s Endoscopy Center will be performed by gastroenterologists or general surgeons and may include:
Altru's Endoscopy Center is located on the second floor of Altru Professional Center. For more information please, call 701.780.6533.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy Preparations
Lower Gastrointestinal: Additional Information
Sigmoidoscopy
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy / Procedures
Upper Gastrointestinal: Additional Information
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