Ulladulla Endoscopy & Medical Centre

Ulladulla Endoscopy & Medical Centre Family Medical Centre and Day Hospital in Ulladulla.

Feeling perfectly well? That’s the best time to keep up with your bowel checks.Here’s something a lot of people don’t re...
26/08/2026

Feeling perfectly well? That’s the best time to keep up with your bowel checks.

Here’s something a lot of people don’t realise: bowel cancer and the polyps that can lead to it often cause no symptoms in the early stages. You can feel completely fine while there’s still something worth finding.

That’s why a scheduled follow-up, or your regular screening, matters most when nothing feels wrong. It isn’t a sign anything’s the matter. It’s simply the best moment to check and carry on with peace of mind.

If you’re due for a follow-up or a screening test and feeling great, that’s your green light, not a reason to put it off. Have a chat with your GP, or give us a call on 02 4455 5422.

https://www.ulladullaendoscopy.com.au/

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

This Daffodil Day, a hopeful reminder: bowel cancer is very treatable when it’s found early.Bowel Cancer Australia notes...
20/08/2026

This Daffodil Day, a hopeful reminder: bowel cancer is very treatable when it’s found early.

Bowel Cancer Australia notes that when it’s picked up at the earliest stage, almost 99 in 100 cases can be treated successfully. The catch is that it often develops quietly, with no obvious symptoms at first, which is exactly why screening matters.
https://www.daffodilday.com.au/
That’s the good news in a nutshell. A simple check, whether a home test or a colonoscopy, can find things early, while they’re most treatable and often easiest to deal with.

On Thursday 20 August, Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day is a lovely moment to think about the people we love, and the small checks that help us stay well for them.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

Does bowel cancer run in your family? It’s worth a conversation with your GP.The free national screening program, which ...
18/08/2026

Does bowel cancer run in your family? It’s worth a conversation with your GP.

The free national screening program, which offers a home test to people from age 45, is designed for those at average risk. If you have a close relative who has had bowel cancer, especially at a younger age, your own risk can be higher, and the right check for you may be different.

For some people with a family history, a GP may recommend starting screening earlier, or having a colonoscopy rather than the home test. What’s right depends on who in your family was affected and when, so it’s worth talking through with your doctor.

If bowel cancer is part of your family story, have that chat with your GP. And if a colonoscopy turns out to be the right step, we’re right here in Ulladulla to look after you.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

https://www.ulladullaendoscopy.com.au/

Meet Dr Kevin Le.Dr Kevin is a GP Surgeon and our principal endoscopist. Along with Dr Jessie Hoang, he co-founded the p...
11/08/2026

Meet Dr Kevin Le.

Dr Kevin is a GP Surgeon and our principal endoscopist. Along with Dr Jessie Hoang, he co-founded the practice here in Ulladulla more than 15 years ago, and he’s an Honorary Clinical Lecturer with the University of Wollongong’s Graduate School of Medicine.

For Dr Kevin, this work is personal. He and Dr Jessie built this clinic for the community they live in, so South Coast locals can have day surgery and endoscopy close to home rather than travelling for hours.
Next time you’re in, say hello.

28/07/2026

If it's the prep putting you off booking your colonoscopy, you're not alone. For a lot of people, that's the part they worry about most.

Here's what it actually involves.
In the day or so before, you eat lightly and then stick to clear fluids, and you drink a liquid that clears out your bowel so we get a good, clear view on the day. Your clinic gives you the exact plan, including what to take and when.

The good news is that it's come a long way. The drink is lower in volume than it used to be, and it's usually split into two smaller amounts rather than one big lot, which most people find much easier to manage.

A properly cleared bowel is also the whole point. It's what lets us get a good look and pick up anything small early, while it's simple to deal with.

If you've been putting it off, have a chat with your GP or give us a call on 02 4455 5422. We're always happy to talk you through it.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

Just had a colonoscopy? Here's what's normal in the hours afterwards, so you know what to expect.It's common to feel a b...
24/07/2026

Just had a colonoscopy? Here's what's normal in the hours afterwards, so you know what to expect.

It's common to feel a bit bloated or to pass wind for a while.

🩺That's from the air used during the procedure to give a clear view, and it usually settles within a day.

🩺If polyps (small growths) were removed, you might notice a little light bleeding, which can happen straight away or over the following couple of weeks.

🩺Take it easy for the rest of the day. Have a simple meal after your procedure.
For example chicken and vegetables. Avoid fatty food, spicy or rich food. Your gut will need a bit of time to settle back to normal.

🩺Because of the sedation, it's best not to drive, drink alcohol or operate machinery until the next day.

🩺You'll be given clear instructions before you head home, including when to restart any regular medications.

Please give our team a call if something doesn't feel right, especially heavy bleeding, a fever, or severe or lasting tummy pain.

If it's urgent or after hours, seek medical care straight away or call 000. You can reach us on 02 4455 5422.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

It’s Dry July, which makes it a good time to think about a couple of small habits that look after your gut.Cutting back ...
20/07/2026

It’s Dry July, which makes it a good time to think about a couple of small habits that look after your gut.

Cutting back on alcohol is one of them. Cancer Council Australia notes that drinking alcohol increases the risk of several cancers, including bowel and liver, and that the less you drink, the lower your risk. Giving your body a break this month is a simple way to be kind to it.

Fibre is another. A diet with plenty of vegetables, fruit, wholegrains and legumes supports healthy digestion, and Cancer Council notes that nearly one in five bowel cancers could be prevented if more Australians got enough fibre each day. Staying active and drinking plenty of water help too.

None of this needs to be all or nothing. Small, steady changes add up, and we’re all for anything that helps our community stay well.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

Nervous about your first colonoscopy? Knowing how the day runs can take a lot of the worry out of it.When you arrive at ...
16/07/2026

Nervous about your first colonoscopy?
Knowing how the day runs can take a lot of the worry out of it.

When you arrive at our Ulladulla day surgery, our team checks you in and gets you settled. The colonoscopy itself usually takes around half an hour, and you're under sedation the whole time, so most people don't remember any of it. Our anaesthetist and clinical team keep a close eye on your breathing, heart rate and blood pressure throughout.

Afterwards, you rest in recovery while the sedation wears off. Because of the sedation, you'll need a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you, and you won't be able to drive yourself until the next day. Most people are back to normal by the following day.

It's a straightforward procedure, and our team looks after Shoalhaven locals through it every week.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

It's easy to lose track of a follow-up colonoscopy. Life gets busy, you're feeling well, and a check-up that's a few yea...
02/07/2026

It's easy to lose track of a follow-up colonoscopy. Life gets busy, you're feeling well, and a check-up that's a few years off slips to the bottom of the list.

But if you've had polyps removed before, a follow-up is worth keeping on your radar. Polyps are small growths in the bowel, and having had them once means new ones can form over time. A repeat colonoscopy lets us find and remove anything new early, while it's still simple to deal with.

There's nothing new to face here. It's the same procedure you already know, done close to home at our Ulladulla day surgery, with most people back on their feet the same day.

If it's been a while, or you're not sure when you're due, give us a call on 02 4455 5422. We'll help you work out where you're up to, no pressure.

This post provides general health information only and is not medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency call 000.

Myth: Endoscopy is uncomfortable and distressing.Fact: You are under sedation for the entire procedure.Colonoscopy and g...
24/06/2026

Myth: Endoscopy is uncomfortable and distressing.

Fact: You are under sedation for the entire procedure.

Colonoscopy and gastroscopy are both performed under deep sedation at our accredited day surgery. Most patients tell us they don't remember a thing. You arrive, we take care of you, and you are home within a few hours.

If anxiety has been holding you back from booking a procedure your GP has recommended, please don't let it. Our team is here to make the experience as easy as possible.

This post provides general health information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please see your GP for personal guidance. In an emergency, call 000.

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111 Princes Highway
Ulladulla, NSW
2539

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