Patients Skip Colon Cancer Screenings Because of Obesity Stigma
People who are overweight or obese may skip life-saving cancer screenings because they fear their doctor’s judgment.
Why Choose Us?
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Endocentre at Quarterfield Station 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.
The physicians at Endocentre at Quarterfield Station not only meet but exceed U.S. benchmarks for quality in colonoscopy. Our adenoma detection rate (ADR), the rate at which our GI doctors identify adenomatous colon polyps, surpasses the national benchmark of 25 percent. See Our Scores.
Additionally, 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
Endocentre at Quarterfield Station 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 Anne Arundel County.
Patient Forms
At Endocentre at Quarterfield Station, 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
Endocentre at Quarterfield Station 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.
Express Scheduling
If you’re over 50 and haven’t had a colonoscopy, take advantage of the Express Scheduling Option at EndoCentre at Quarterfield Station. By scheduling directly with our center, you see a board-certified specialist and have your procedure on the same day.
Meet the Doctors
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Eric Blum
M.D., M.S.
Steven Epstein
M.D.
Agazi Gebreselassie
M.D.
Todd D. Heller
M.D.
Loc T. Le
M.D.
Aminat Oluyemi
M.D.
Kenolisa Onwueme
M.D., Ph.D.
Damodar Pandey
M.D.
Calvin Parker
M.D.
Elliot Schwarzenberger
M.D.
Michael S. Siuta
M.D.
Lila Tarmin
M.D.
Ernest Tsao
M.D.
Arjun Vaid
M.D., MRCP
Edward J. Wolf
M.D.
9 Reviews
Jan 24, 2022
Mar 18, 2021
Wonderful experience from arrival to exit. Courtney, Margie, Victoria & Jacqueline were amazing and so caring!
Oct 9, 2020
The staff (Valerie and Margie — hope I spelled their names correctly) and Dr. Vaid were very professional, very patient, very caring and very gentle. I was scared since this was my first colonoscopy. They made me feel comfortable and calm. I recommend going to the Endocentre at Quarterfield Road.
Aug 5, 2020
I had an endoscopy done by Dr heller here.. the staff was absolutely amazing and I felt so comfortable. The procedure was over before i knew it started..
Feb 18, 2019
Process was friendly, efficient and professional. Dr. Vaid I highly recommend.
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Awesome staff, great service! Smooth sailing from start to finish. Thank you all so much!