Let’s be honest, a colonoscopy probably isn’t top of your list of “fun things to do.” The thought of the procedure, the preparation, and the waiting can often feel overwhelming. But it’s a small step that can make a big difference to your health, your future, and you and your family's peace of mind. 
Early detection often leads to better outcomes, and we understand that waiting for a procedure can be a stressful and uncertain time on top of any symptoms. Hence we have been working really hard to solve the problem of timely access and are proud to be able to offer confirmed appointments within seven working days for most standard colonoscopy and gastroscopy procedures, when you let us match you with the availability of our 19 experienced specialists. 
With a focus not just on reduced wait times, but also on providing exceptional endoscopy care, a valid question might be, "Is a colonoscopy, just a colonoscopy anywhere?". At Waitemata Endoscopy, we regularly undertake audits of our colonoscopy quality against international standards for every endoscopist in our group. Against key performance indicators for clinical quality including polyp detection rates (for abnormal growths), our results consistently exceed these benchmarks by 10-15%. So, the decision is yours, in terms of who you would prefer to perform your colonoscopy if you have to have this procedure, ideally just once! 
Just as important as clinical quality, the quality of our patients' experience of our care also matters to us. From the results of our most recent patient survey, over 99% of responses said that they would recommend us to their family and friends if they needed an endoscopy, which reflects our dedication to excellence and passion for what we do. 
From our bookings team, to our endoscopy nurses, and experienced team of gastroenterologists and surgeons, our team is passionate about supporting you through each stage of your endoscopy procedure with empathy and professionalism. So, take action for your health, and let us help you 'get to the guts of it' within seven working days for your peace of mind. 
To take a video tour of our clinics and the patient journey, head to our website at waitemataendoscopy.co.nz/locations  

Ngā manaakitanga (best wishes). 
Sarah McNamara 
Quality Coordinator, Waitemata Endoscopy.