Serving Fresno & Madera Counties
Colonoscopy near Fresno
Need a colonoscopy near Fresno? Drive a short stretch up Highway 99 to MAEC for screening colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, and hemorrhoid banding — often with shorter wait times than larger Fresno hospital systems.
Many of our patients come from north Fresno, Clovis, Pinedale, and Herndon. The 25-minute drive up Highway 99 is usually faster than navigating downtown Fresno hospital scheduling, and our pricing as an ambulatory surgery center is typically lower than a hospital outpatient department.
We coordinate directly with your Fresno-based primary-care physician or specialist. Records, prep instructions, and pathology results flow back to your referring provider so your continuity of care is preserved.
If you live in Fresno County and need a screening colonoscopy, an upper endoscopy for reflux symptoms, or in-office hemorrhoid banding, MAEC is a well-trafficked option that locals have used for years.
Getting to our Madera office from Fresno
From central Fresno, take Highway 99 north for about 20 miles to exit 154 (Avenue 12 / Madera). Turn east, follow Avenue 12 to Almond Avenue, and continue east to Suite 103. Total drive time is typically 25–30 minutes outside of rush hour.
GI services available to Fresno patients
- Screening colonoscopy in Madera for Fresno patients — same-day results, monitored sedation. See gastroenterologists who perform colonoscopy.
- Upper endoscopy (EGD) for Fresno residents — for reflux, swallowing problems, and upper-abdominal pain. See gastroenterologists who perform EGD.
- In-office hemorrhoid banding near Fresno — non-surgical relief in a quick outpatient visit. See clinicians who perform hemorrhoid banding.
Colonoscopy near Fresno — FAQs
- How far is the colonoscopy near Fresno at MAEC?
- About 25 minutes north of downtown Fresno via Highway 99 — typically a faster appointment than waiting for a Fresno hospital outpatient slot.
- What's the easiest route to MAEC for a colonoscopy from north Fresno or Clovis?
- Take Highway 99 north to exit 154 (Avenue 12 / Madera), head east to Almond Avenue, then continue east to Suite 103. From Clovis, Highway 168 to 99 north adds only a few minutes.
- Is there free parking for a colonoscopy near Fresno when I arrive from out of town?
- Yes — a free ground-level lot in front of Suite 103. No garage, no validation, no meters. Accessible spaces are next to the entrance.
- Will my Fresno-area insurance be accepted for a colonoscopy or EGD?
- We accept most major Central Valley insurers, including Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Health Net, United, and Medicare. Call (559) 673-4000 to verify your specific plan.
- Can my Fresno primary-care doctor refer me for a colonoscopy near Fresno?
- Yes. Your PCP can fax a referral to our office, or you can self-schedule directly for a screening colonoscopy if you meet age and risk-factor guidelines.
- Who picks me up after sedation for a colonoscopy near Fresno?
- Plan ahead: sedation rules out driving for the rest of the day. Most Fresno patients bring a family member, or arrange a rideshare drop-off and pickup. Our team can help confirm logistics when you call (559) 673-4000.
- What are typical wait times for a colonoscopy near Fresno vs. a Fresno hospital?
- As a dedicated ambulatory surgery center, we usually schedule screening procedures within 1–2 weeks — often faster than hospital outpatient departments — and check-in is much shorter on procedure day.
Ready to schedule in Fresno?
Call our Madera office to book a colonoscopy, EGD, or hemorrhoid banding for Fresno patients. Our team typically answers within a few rings during office hours.