About Shenandoah Valley Gastroenterology - Harrisonburg
Shenandoah Valley Gastroenterology is a dedicated practice committed to providing patients with the best environment for preventative and corrective procedures. Led by experienced specialist Dr. Pou, who has performed thousands of colonoscopies and EGDs, the practice invests in training and the latest technology to ensure quality and patient safety. Patients praise the friendly, efficient staff who take the time to explain every step of the process, creating a personalized and private experience. With increased awareness and screening, the practice aims to help save lives, as colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.
Just have my colonoscopy done today what an excellent experience from the doctor to the staff truly an awesome experience highly recommended
I am a 30 year old, active male who was referred to Dr. Pou by my GP due to bloody stool, weight loss and bowel changes. I have had a heck of a year dealing with multiple chronic illnesses, including receiving a diagnosis of a Connective Tissue Disease. The last thing I wanted (or felt priority) to do, was make time for another illness! Dr. Pou was transparent, honest, and QUICK to get to the root of the issue. Even after removing a 2 cm Sessile polyp w/ apparent dysplasia the day of the procedure, I had no idea how close to cancer I was. Then the biopsy returned and showed I was already walking with it! I was walking, in a sense - no matter how early the stage - on borrowed time. I don't know what would have been if my wife didn't urge me in my stubbornness to get checked out, but I know Dr. Pou's job would have been a lot more difficult. I chalked up the bloody stools to hemorrhoids, the weight loss to my connective tissue disease, and my bowel changes to one too many bourbons. The signs don't have to be obvious. I will forever be an advocate, not just for my health, but for the privilege of access to health care and preventative screenings.
I was referred to Dr. Pou by Sherry Mongold, NP, who highly recommended him. I must say that I agree! From the very first phone call, to leaving my procedure, I cannot sing enough high praises! Everyone was polite, helpful, informative, fun, professional, caring, and the list goes on... I could also detect a strong sense of teamwork, which makes the dream work! That is so very important in any situation, especially in the medical field, as that is where I have been for the last 42 years; so I have seen a lot! I also had a follow-up visit (via Telehealth) and it was extremely user friendly and as if I were right there in the clinic. I have already recommended Dr. Pou and will continue to do so! Keep up the good work! Thank you for everything!