Patients & Visitors
General Information
For consultation and follow-up appointments please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time. For procedures and examinations, you must arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled time unless otherwise indicated.
Always bring your OHIP card. New patients will be required to fill out a medical questionnaire “new patient data form” before seeing Dr. Boushey. Please click here or here (OGI) to download the form. New patients must bring a list of all medications and exact doses.
For all initial consultation appointments, patients must do a rectal fleet enema 2 hours prior to their scheduled appointment unless alternate instructions have been given by Dr. R. Boushey.
Please note that you do not require a prescription for a rectal fleet enema.
If you are unsure of the preparation that is right for you, please contact Dr. Boushey’s office at (613)737-8899 Ext. 71724.
Appointment Requests
Dr. Boushey is a colorectal disease specialist. Dr. Boushey requires a referral from patient’s physician and can not see patient without one. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.
Cancellation Policy
You must give Dr. Boushey’s office at least 7 business days notice if you wish to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Boushey’s office at (613)737-8899 ext. 71724.
Please note that if you do not show up for your scheduled appointment / visit, you will be automatically charged a $50 as no show fee. If do not show up for your scheduled colonoscopy appointment, you will be automatically charged $250 as no show fee.
Procedures
The most common office procedure used for the treatment of symptomatic internal hemorrhoids is rubber band ligation. During this procedure, a small black elastic band will be placed on your haemorrhoids. With Banding, there is a small risk of infection and or a small risk of bleeding. There is a remote risk of a severe infection that has been reported with Banding.
Botox is a well-known brand name for a medicinal form of botulinum toxin type A, also known as onabotulinumtoxinA. The toxin is produced by a specific bacterium that causes the food poisoning botulism. When injected in small doses into specific muscles, Botox doesn’t poison you but acts as a muscle relaxant with effects that can last for several months. The use of Botox for anal fissures was first described in 1993. Botox inhibits the release of acetylcholine at the presynaptic membrane. Injection of 2.5 up to 10 units at 2-4 different sites within the anal canal is commonly practiced.
Colonoscopy is a procedure used to see inside the colon and rectum. Colonoscopy can detect inflamed tissue, ulcers, and abnormal growths. The procedure is used to look for early signs of colorectal cancer and can help doctors diagnose unexplained changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, bleeding from the anus, and weight loss.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a procedure used to see inside the sigmoid colon and rectum. Flexible sigmoidoscopy can detect inflamed tissue, abnormal growths, and ulcers. The procedure is used to look for early signs of cancer and can help doctors diagnose unexplained changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, bleeding from the anus, and weight loss.
Patient Education
Colonoscopy screening is the key for early detection of colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and women and the second leading cause of cancer death in Canada. But despite its high incidence rate, this cancer can be detected early through screening and in some cases, can even be prevented from ever developing. The key is prevention. The Canadian Cancer Society strongly recommends talking to your doctor regarding your personal risk and screening. People who are at higher than average risk of developing colorectal cancer may need to undergo screening at an earlier age, or more often. You can also learn more about screening and how to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer by calling the Canadian Cancer Society Cancer Information Service, at 1-888-939-3333 or visit www.cancer.ca
What is a Polyp?
Colon polyps are non-cancerous growths that develop inside the lining of the colon or rectum and generally grow slowly. They appear as domed shaped growths or have stalk and resemble a mushroom. Some have the potential to develop into cancer. To learn more click here.
Anatomy
Following figures are the anatomy of colon, digestive system and rectum for your reference.
Daily fibre in the food
The average daily fiber intake is between 25 grams to 35 grams per day. You can find fiber in foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains, whole grains are best. Not being able to pass waste materials inside the gut can cause a variety of problems: constipation, hemorrhoids and possibly colon cancer. The intestinal tract needs to get rid of the waste so the body can continue to function at optimal levels. But how much do you need on a daily basis to reap the maximum?
Perineal Strengthening Exercises
The following are descriptions of two types of perineal strengthening exercises. When performed on a regular basis, these exercises may improve the overall strength of some of the muscles necessary for continence. Like any voluntary muscle (i.e. biceps), it may take a while to reach a specific level of strength, and once one stops exercising its strength may decline.