NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 2, 2026 — With colorectal cancer rates on the rise among younger Americans, AMSURG, a national leader in ambulatory surgery services and gastrointestinal (GI) care, is reinforcing its commitment to increasing awareness of the disease. The company’s year-long “Beat the Trend” campaign seeks to educate and empower individuals to recognize the symptoms and begin colonoscopy screenings at age 45.
“The data is clear: Colorectal cancer is rising at an alarming rate in those under 50 and is now the leading cause of cancer death in the US for that population. Despite colon cancer being preventable with appropriate screening measures, too many patients are being diagnosed at later stages,” said AMSURG Chief Clinical Officer Abbey Vandersall, MD, MS. “By supporting more than 1,300 GI physicians across the nation who perform over a million colonoscopies a year at AMSURG centers, we are focused on reducing any barriers to care and making it easier for individuals to get screened at 45, take action sooner and, ultimately, beat the current trend of this disease.”
Some risk factors of colorectal cancer include being age 45 or older, living a sedentary lifestyle, eating a high-fat diet, smoking and drinking alcohol. While the disease can present symptoms such as changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool and abdominal pain, many cases have no warning signs until the cancer has advanced.
A colonoscopy is the most thorough screening test. It enables physicians to examine the entire colon to identify and remove polyps before they pose a greater health risk to patients. Individuals should consult a physician if they are experiencing any signs or symptoms.
AMSURG urges all individuals age 45 and older to beat the trend and schedule their colonoscopy today. To learn more about colorectal cancer prevention and screening or book your screening, visit StopColonCancerNow.com.
About AMSURG
AMSURG is a leader in ambulatory surgery center services, operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In partnership with physicians and health systems, the organization delivers high-quality patient care across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties, including gastroenterology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. Guided by its core values — Care Deeply, Champion Excellence, Cultivate Integrity and Celebrate Teamwork — AMSURG is committed to transforming the future of ambulatory surgery center care and services with a focus on strategic growth and innovation. To learn more about AMSURG, visit www.amsurg.com.