More than 53,000 Americans^[1] are projected to die from colorectal cancer this year. Although colorectal cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States, it can be cured if caught early. Detecting a tumor as soon as possible can help you get treatment as soon as possible, giving you the best chance for survival.

In my work as a gastroenterologist^[2], I treat patients from every background and...