In this episode of Docs in a Pod, hosts Carmenn Miles and Dr. Brooke Mobley sit down with Dr. Margert Amanti from Optum - Tarpon Springs  to talk about colorectal cancer. They break down the difference between colon cancer and rectal cancer, what causes them, and why understanding those differences matters.

Together, they walk through common risk factors, symptoms to watch for, and the importance of early screening. It’s an informative, easy-to-follow conversation designed to help listeners better understand colorectal cancer and take a more proactive approach to their health.

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