Hemorrhoid Banding

Hemorrhoid Banding is a non-surgical treatment for symptomatic internal hemorrhoids using endoscopic placement of a rubber band placed on the hemorrhoid in the rectum

What to Expect

You will be given medication through your vein to sedate you. The doctor will use an anoscope. It is inserted into the rectum to allow access to the hemorrhoid. This is a small tube with a light on the end. A small tool called a ligator is inserted through the anoscope. The ligator will be used to place a rubber band at the base of the hemorrhoid. This restricts blood flow to the hemorrhoid. If you have more hemorrhoids, the doctor will continue this process for all of them.

If you have any blood clots, the doctor will remove them during the procedure. In most cases, hemorrhoid banding will only take a few minutes. If you have several hemorrhoids, it can take longer.

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What They Are Saying

Marla M.
Dr Tocco and the whole staff were great!
Patrick C.
Very thorough and professional staff. Dr. met before and after procedure to inform me what was happening.
Mary B.
Dr Weber is a true credit to the medical profession. I am fortunate to have him as my Doctor.
Robin R.
Dr Weber instills confidence and the office staff are very kind. The pre-op nurses had me laughing, which made me much less nervous before my colonoscopy. The scope was fast and painless. The staff responsible for checking medications prior to the appt were clear and patient. The prep still sucks but the 3 day prep seemed gentler than the 2 day prep. The whole experience gets 5 stars! If you have to get it done, I highly recommend dr. W
Shampayne T.
Very pleased with the quality of care. They were professional, informative and very caring. Also such a clean and calm environment. I would recommend everyone to get treated here.
Loraine D.
Instructions were very clear everyone very comforting and knowledgeable very professional team work would use them again
Veronica V.
The people at Center for Digestive health are just awesome, courteous, caring, understanding and compassionate. My doctor, Dr. Quallich is the best
Nicolino T.
Very Good Experience! Going in I was worried about the whole thing, but staff was pleasant and they got me in and out of there faster than I expected. I would recommend this staff and location.
Paul H.
I went in to the Troy facility having just gotten some pretty ugly news. The joyful ambience and the genuine compassion from the staff literally made me feel safe. As if to say, ‘no matter the outcome, everything is going to be okay’. You know what? Everything is going to be okay. If you’re reading this chances are that you need to get checked out. Don’t wait. Early detection will save your life. It saved mine.
J S.
Dr Wille and his team are confident, competent, and most of all, caring. You are in very good hands if you choose Dr Wille and his team for your gastroenterology needs.
John B.
Great initial meeting. Took the time to listen and then explained the testing and treatment path forward.
Michelle M.
I was nervous about having a colonoscopy. Dr. Bakken and the surgical facility put me at ease. All staff members from scheduling to waking up post-op were kind and caring.
terry M.
Everything very efficient and everyone very nice and helpful The only thing I didn’t like was that I got way too many texts and emails, everyday, and too many not local phone calls
Brian S.
Everyone in the facility was fantastic. I was greated very quickly and friendly and checked in right away. I was brought in on time and had everything explained to me, and put me at ease. Doctor Tocco explained everything to me and the staff was great the way I was taken care of. Even when I was leaving they made sure I was in my car safe and sound. I would recommend this medical center completely.
Randy D.
Great service. Thank you for making an unpleasant experience a bit more tolerable.
Craig W.
Exceptional, visit. My wife was a little overwhelmed by the Medical terminology and the speed of dialog
Due51- Hunt Grow Cook E.
Dr. Wille and his staff are everything you want in a health care provider.
Dan H.
Everything was terrific, it went like clockwork and everyone involved was very professional and pleasant!
Sherri G.
Dr. Nandi is truly amazing! He makes you feel completely at ease, listens carefully to your needs, and explains everything in a way that’s easy to understand. For the first time, I feel comfortable and confident about having a colonoscopy, I’m actually looking forward to my procedure and will follow up to share my experience. Dr. Nandi and his team genuinely care about their patients, and it shows in every interaction. He takes the time to discuss your health thoroughly and works with you to create a clear plan for moving forward. The staff is equally wonderful, so friendly, kind, and supportive. I’m very grateful for Dr. Nandi and his entire team. Their compassion and dedication make all the difference!
David R.
Pleasant staff, well organized, and efficient
Linda P.
My husband was checked in in a timely manner and the procedure completed equally as quick. Staff is very friendly and explained the procedure thoroughly. He was well taken care of in recovery and Dr. Quallich spoke to us within 10 min with the results. Very efficient all around. Definitely a 5 star experience!
kevin K.
Could not have been better thank you
Jim “Jimmy” W.
I read some reviews here and some bad reviews here I could see it might be the patient :-). I don't want to be mean, but as a patient, you need to take a little responsibility too. I understand, this is their JOB. You also have to understand, the people who run the office are no different than you. I have been here 4 or 5 times, every time I go, staff is EXCELLENT. Maybe not a bubbly smiley staff as I see people here giving a bad review, but they get it done. Be nice from start to finish with them, have all your info [license, INS, and copayment ready], and this will begin you visit perfectly. Colonoscopy prep? I'm a quadriplegic, and prepping sucks, BUT YOU NEED TO RESEARCH ONLINE along with instructions given by any doc to be sure of any issues, if there are, contact the physician, if he or she is short with you, ask to speak with another. This isn't rocket science people, we all don't get along with every doc. My first visit with Donat, I wasn't sure, but now I WILL ONLY SEE HIM, great guy, great doctor. Oh, if you don't like this practice/office, go to another one, bottom line.
Ollie B.
The overall atmosphere of the office was very pleasant. The staff and Dr. Desai were friendly and professional. Highly recommended!
Mike T.
Great people and a nice comfortable flow.
Treceil F.
I was very pleased with the communication with staff and Dr. Nandi during my preparation and subsequent procedures. everyone was friendly and efficient and explained everything that was about to happen. I was comfortable during the prep and the procedures that progressed quickly and was back home in a timely manner. Thank you.
Itzpersonal I.
Wonderful staff. The nurses and Dr. A were professional and informative.
Marcia S.
All the staff and medical personnel were attentive and precise in their care...they made me feel very comfortable....Dr. Bakken is very interested in her patient treatment and care...She is the Best!
Cheryl O.
I do not usually take the time to leave a review, unless I receive exceptional service, either good or bad. Well my experience yesterday was praise worthy!! Check in was quick, I was treated wonderfully throughout! The facility is exceptionally clean and the entire staff is caring and professional!!

Our Doctors

We’re proud of our team here at Digestive Health Institute. Our health care providers include some of the very best colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists and physician assistants. To learn more about our qualified team of specialists, please visit our providers page.

Anezi E. Bakken MD, MS

Sante D. Bologna MD, FACP

M. Emin Donat MD, FRCPC

Partha S. Nandi

Jack Tocco DO

John R. Weber MD

Richard T. Wille MD

Tusar Desai MD

Aalia Saeed, MD

FAQs

What happens during my first visit?
If you are a new patient, you can expect to have a complete physical exam. You will also be asked detailed questions about your current problems and your past medical history, your current medications, allergies, your family history and other pertinent medical information. If you are taking medications, please bring a completed medical history form with you to your appointment. Once the physician has reviewed your medical information and completed the physical examination, a plan of care will be developed. You may need to be seen again in the office, be referred back to your family physician for follow-up care, or require additional testing. If additional tests are needed, we will assist you in scheduling these tests.
What if I need to schedule an endoscopic procedure?

An endoscopic procedure allows the physician to visualize a part of your gastrointestinal tract with a special instrument called an endoscope. If your family physician has ordered testing, you will be contacted by telephone by one of our staff members. If a physician orders testing and you are in the office, the procedure can generally be scheduled during the course of your visit. You will be given a date, time, and location for the test, as well as written instructions telling you how to prepare for the test. If you have any questions about the procedure, please feel free to ask one of our staff members or the physician.

How do I get test results?

We ask that you wait 10 to 14 days before contacting us for results. Often results come from several different sources. This information needs to be compiled and reviewed by your physician before you can be appropriately advised. 

What insurances do you accept?

We accept payment from most insurance companies including Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Physicians Health Plan, Cofinity, Sparrow Professional Health Network, Medicaid, McLaren, Health Plus, and several others. Accepted insurances are subject to change at any time without notice.

If your insurance requires an authorization from your primary care physician, you may be asked to assist us in obtaining this authorization.

All patients are responsible for all copays and deductibles at the time of service.

If you have any questions regarding your benefits or insurance coverage, please contact our Billing Department at 248-844-9710.

What if I need to contact the doctor?

To contact your doctor during business hours please call our main number 248-844-9710. If you have an urgent need to speak with the doctor after hours, you will be rerouted to our after hours answering service, and your doctor will be paged. In the case of a medical emergency please proceed directly to the nearest hospital emergency room.

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