Doctors Answers (2)

Harsha Vittal, M.D.
Answered on: 2/10/2012
Gastroenterologists are the most common phyician who performs colonoscopy. Some surgeons also perform them.

David Myles Nolan
Answered on: 2/9/2012 7
Gastroenterologists typically do colonoscopies in the community. Family doctors will sometimes do flexible sigmoidoscopy but aren't qualified for full colonoscopy. Colorectal surgeons will also perform colonoscopy.