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Shani Clay, MD

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Shani Clay, MD

Gastroenterologist with Wellstar since 2023.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

Gastroenterologist with Wellstar since 2023
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Expertise

Specialties

  • Gastroenterology

Education & Training

  • University of Maryland School of Medicine

Degree

  • Doctor of Medicine

Residency

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

Fellowship

  • Emory University School of Medicine

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - GI

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Cobb Hospital
  • Wellstar Douglas Hospital
  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
  • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

Languages spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures

  • Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Upper Gastrointestinal Series

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.7

Based on 166 patient ratings

I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

5

Dr. Clay was really nice and I appreciated her.

March 12, 2026

3

It was disappointing when I had a one o'clock appointment. I sat there for 45, 50 minutes and finally saw her for five minutes. I think you need to do a better job of your scheduling.

March 11, 2026

5

Knowledgeable, listening to my concerns, offered solutions.

March 8, 2026

5

Extremely satisfied!

March 5, 2026

5

amazing provider. Not rushed. Very knowledgable and gave practical advice. Was not pushing pills. The nurses and assistance did not wash hands but the provider did.

March 4, 2026

5

Knowledgable, professional and personable!

March 4, 2026

5

Dr. Shani was an amazing doctor. She always addresses all of my questions and concerns and all of my needs, and I so look forward to continuing services with her. Thank you so much.

March 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay really listened to my concerns. She was thorough in giving me an explanation. And what I like about her is that she is very aggressive as to finding out what is wrong with me. So I just, just kudos to her for being aggressive, because I've been to other gastroenterologists who were just very passive. They would tell me that this is this, so do this. But she is checking every aspect to find out what is clearly the solution to my problem. So I really appreciate her aggressiveness and her understanding and most of all her professionalism.

February 27, 2026

5

Love the doctor and the nurse taking vitals.

February 14, 2026

5

From Chiquita, to Dr. Clay, to Andre. I was so pleased with my appointment. Though there hasn't been a time going through Wellstar that I haven't been satisfied. Thank you for always giving an amazing experience.

February 10, 2026

5

Very much impressed by Dr. Shani Clay's professionalism and humbleness.

February 7, 2026

5

Very informative

February 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and the entire staff in GI were so very kind, professional, and courteous. This was my first visit, and I was extremely impressed with the attentiveness and expertise Dr. Clay displayed. She listened well, and was caring and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone needing GI care. Thank you all so much.

February 2, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff is very professional and friendly.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very Efficient & Professional during this visit.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay is an intelligent, compassionate and caring physician. She listened carefully to my questions and responses. Then she provided explanations and throughly answered my questions. She is easy to talk with and genuinely cares about her patients.

January 11, 2026

5

Dr Clay on my first appointment went into action prescribing meds ans set up procedures to find out what was going on with me and I'm sooo grateful for her LISTENING to me and taking my concerns as if they were her own.

December 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very attentive to my healthcare and very professional.

December 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was exceptional. I appreciated the care she gave and I look forward to her being a part of my care team because she is someone that I feel like I can trust and who will work with me to help me receive optimal health, not receive, but to achieve optimal health is what I want to say. Thank you.

December 3, 2025

5

The dr was very kind and knowledgeable and I was impressed by her interest in my health and well being!!!

November 21, 2025

5

This is the most amazing doctor that I've ever met in my life. She's so amazing, courteous, respectful. She listened to everything that was going on with me, gave me the great above, gave me the right medications. She's amazing. Thank you. And I want you guys to thank her for me.

November 19, 2025

5

She was thorough. To ask me to score her after just one appt. so far isn't realistic, though.

November 9, 2025

5

Provided great advice. Listened well and I felt comfortable discussing a tough topic with her. Not easy to discuss your bathroom habits but she made it easier to do so.

November 8, 2025

5

This was my first visit and it met all the expectation of WellStar Doctors and nurses.

November 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable and alleviated every concern I had.

November 3, 2025

5

Dr Clay was amazing! I'd highly recommend her and trust her with my care.

November 1, 2025

5

Timely and efficient communication between the institution and the patient

November 1, 2025

5

Dr Clay is amazing. She is kind and caring. Her staff, equally as wonderful.

October 31, 2025

5

Awesome experience-highly satisfied. The doctor was friendly, concerned and thorough.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay exceeded my expectations. Her bedside manner was remarkable, very patient. She listened to me and I was very impressed. Thank you.

October 5, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was really nice and I appreciated her.

March 12, 2026

5

Knowledgeable, listening to my concerns, offered solutions.

March 8, 2026

5

Extremely satisfied!

March 5, 2026

5

amazing provider. Not rushed. Very knowledgable and gave practical advice. Was not pushing pills. The nurses and assistance did not wash hands but the provider did.

March 4, 2026

5

Knowledgable, professional and personable!

March 4, 2026

5

Dr. Shani was an amazing doctor. She always addresses all of my questions and concerns and all of my needs, and I so look forward to continuing services with her. Thank you so much.

March 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay really listened to my concerns. She was thorough in giving me an explanation. And what I like about her is that she is very aggressive as to finding out what is wrong with me. So I just, just kudos to her for being aggressive, because I've been to other gastroenterologists who were just very passive. They would tell me that this is this, so do this. But she is checking every aspect to find out what is clearly the solution to my problem. So I really appreciate her aggressiveness and her understanding and most of all her professionalism.

February 27, 2026

5

Love the doctor and the nurse taking vitals.

February 14, 2026

5

From Chiquita, to Dr. Clay, to Andre. I was so pleased with my appointment. Though there hasn't been a time going through Wellstar that I haven't been satisfied. Thank you for always giving an amazing experience.

February 10, 2026

5

Very much impressed by Dr. Shani Clay's professionalism and humbleness.

February 7, 2026

5

Very informative

February 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and the entire staff in GI were so very kind, professional, and courteous. This was my first visit, and I was extremely impressed with the attentiveness and expertise Dr. Clay displayed. She listened well, and was caring and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone needing GI care. Thank you all so much.

February 2, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff is very professional and friendly.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very Efficient & Professional during this visit.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay is an intelligent, compassionate and caring physician. She listened carefully to my questions and responses. Then she provided explanations and throughly answered my questions. She is easy to talk with and genuinely cares about her patients.

January 11, 2026

5

Dr Clay on my first appointment went into action prescribing meds ans set up procedures to find out what was going on with me and I'm sooo grateful for her LISTENING to me and taking my concerns as if they were her own.

December 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very attentive to my healthcare and very professional.

December 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was exceptional. I appreciated the care she gave and I look forward to her being a part of my care team because she is someone that I feel like I can trust and who will work with me to help me receive optimal health, not receive, but to achieve optimal health is what I want to say. Thank you.

December 3, 2025

5

The dr was very kind and knowledgeable and I was impressed by her interest in my health and well being!!!

November 21, 2025

5

This is the most amazing doctor that I've ever met in my life. She's so amazing, courteous, respectful. She listened to everything that was going on with me, gave me the great above, gave me the right medications. She's amazing. Thank you. And I want you guys to thank her for me.

November 19, 2025

5

She was thorough. To ask me to score her after just one appt. so far isn't realistic, though.

November 9, 2025

5

Provided great advice. Listened well and I felt comfortable discussing a tough topic with her. Not easy to discuss your bathroom habits but she made it easier to do so.

November 8, 2025

5

This was my first visit and it met all the expectation of WellStar Doctors and nurses.

November 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable and alleviated every concern I had.

November 3, 2025

5

Dr Clay was amazing! I'd highly recommend her and trust her with my care.

November 1, 2025

5

Timely and efficient communication between the institution and the patient

November 1, 2025

5

Dr Clay is amazing. She is kind and caring. Her staff, equally as wonderful.

October 31, 2025

5

Awesome experience-highly satisfied. The doctor was friendly, concerned and thorough.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay exceeded my expectations. Her bedside manner was remarkable, very patient. She listened to me and I was very impressed. Thank you.

October 5, 2025

3

It was disappointing when I had a one o'clock appointment. I sat there for 45, 50 minutes and finally saw her for five minutes. I think you need to do a better job of your scheduling.

March 11, 2026

3

It was disappointing when I had a one o'clock appointment. I sat there for 45, 50 minutes and finally saw her for five minutes. I think you need to do a better job of your scheduling.

March 11, 2026

5

Dr. Clay was really nice and I appreciated her.

March 12, 2026

5

Knowledgeable, listening to my concerns, offered solutions.

March 8, 2026

5

Extremely satisfied!

March 5, 2026

5

amazing provider. Not rushed. Very knowledgable and gave practical advice. Was not pushing pills. The nurses and assistance did not wash hands but the provider did.

March 4, 2026

5

Knowledgable, professional and personable!

March 4, 2026

5

Dr. Shani was an amazing doctor. She always addresses all of my questions and concerns and all of my needs, and I so look forward to continuing services with her. Thank you so much.

March 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay really listened to my concerns. She was thorough in giving me an explanation. And what I like about her is that she is very aggressive as to finding out what is wrong with me. So I just, just kudos to her for being aggressive, because I've been to other gastroenterologists who were just very passive. They would tell me that this is this, so do this. But she is checking every aspect to find out what is clearly the solution to my problem. So I really appreciate her aggressiveness and her understanding and most of all her professionalism.

February 27, 2026

5

Love the doctor and the nurse taking vitals.

February 14, 2026

5

From Chiquita, to Dr. Clay, to Andre. I was so pleased with my appointment. Though there hasn't been a time going through Wellstar that I haven't been satisfied. Thank you for always giving an amazing experience.

February 10, 2026

5

Very much impressed by Dr. Shani Clay's professionalism and humbleness.

February 7, 2026

5

Very informative

February 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and the entire staff in GI were so very kind, professional, and courteous. This was my first visit, and I was extremely impressed with the attentiveness and expertise Dr. Clay displayed. She listened well, and was caring and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone needing GI care. Thank you all so much.

February 2, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff is very professional and friendly.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very Efficient & Professional during this visit.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay is an intelligent, compassionate and caring physician. She listened carefully to my questions and responses. Then she provided explanations and throughly answered my questions. She is easy to talk with and genuinely cares about her patients.

January 11, 2026

5

Dr Clay on my first appointment went into action prescribing meds ans set up procedures to find out what was going on with me and I'm sooo grateful for her LISTENING to me and taking my concerns as if they were her own.

December 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very attentive to my healthcare and very professional.

December 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was exceptional. I appreciated the care she gave and I look forward to her being a part of my care team because she is someone that I feel like I can trust and who will work with me to help me receive optimal health, not receive, but to achieve optimal health is what I want to say. Thank you.

December 3, 2025

5

The dr was very kind and knowledgeable and I was impressed by her interest in my health and well being!!!

November 21, 2025

5

This is the most amazing doctor that I've ever met in my life. She's so amazing, courteous, respectful. She listened to everything that was going on with me, gave me the great above, gave me the right medications. She's amazing. Thank you. And I want you guys to thank her for me.

November 19, 2025

5

She was thorough. To ask me to score her after just one appt. so far isn't realistic, though.

November 9, 2025

5

Provided great advice. Listened well and I felt comfortable discussing a tough topic with her. Not easy to discuss your bathroom habits but she made it easier to do so.

November 8, 2025

5

This was my first visit and it met all the expectation of WellStar Doctors and nurses.

November 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable and alleviated every concern I had.

November 3, 2025

5

Dr Clay was amazing! I'd highly recommend her and trust her with my care.

November 1, 2025

5

Timely and efficient communication between the institution and the patient

November 1, 2025

5

Dr Clay is amazing. She is kind and caring. Her staff, equally as wonderful.

October 31, 2025

5

Awesome experience-highly satisfied. The doctor was friendly, concerned and thorough.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay exceeded my expectations. Her bedside manner was remarkable, very patient. She listened to me and I was very impressed. Thank you.

October 5, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was really nice and I appreciated her.

March 12, 2026

3

It was disappointing when I had a one o'clock appointment. I sat there for 45, 50 minutes and finally saw her for five minutes. I think you need to do a better job of your scheduling.

March 11, 2026

5

Knowledgeable, listening to my concerns, offered solutions.

March 8, 2026

5

Dr. Shani was an amazing doctor. She always addresses all of my questions and concerns and all of my needs, and I so look forward to continuing services with her. Thank you so much.

March 6, 2026

5

Extremely satisfied!

March 5, 2026

5

amazing provider. Not rushed. Very knowledgable and gave practical advice. Was not pushing pills. The nurses and assistance did not wash hands but the provider did.

March 4, 2026

5

Knowledgable, professional and personable!

March 4, 2026

5

Dr. Clay really listened to my concerns. She was thorough in giving me an explanation. And what I like about her is that she is very aggressive as to finding out what is wrong with me. So I just, just kudos to her for being aggressive, because I've been to other gastroenterologists who were just very passive. They would tell me that this is this, so do this. But she is checking every aspect to find out what is clearly the solution to my problem. So I really appreciate her aggressiveness and her understanding and most of all her professionalism.

February 27, 2026

5

Love the doctor and the nurse taking vitals.

February 14, 2026

5

From Chiquita, to Dr. Clay, to Andre. I was so pleased with my appointment. Though there hasn't been a time going through Wellstar that I haven't been satisfied. Thank you for always giving an amazing experience.

February 10, 2026

5

Very much impressed by Dr. Shani Clay's professionalism and humbleness.

February 7, 2026

5

Very informative

February 6, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and the entire staff in GI were so very kind, professional, and courteous. This was my first visit, and I was extremely impressed with the attentiveness and expertise Dr. Clay displayed. She listened well, and was caring and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone needing GI care. Thank you all so much.

February 2, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very Efficient & Professional during this visit.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff is very professional and friendly.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay is an intelligent, compassionate and caring physician. She listened carefully to my questions and responses. Then she provided explanations and throughly answered my questions. She is easy to talk with and genuinely cares about her patients.

January 11, 2026

5

Dr Clay on my first appointment went into action prescribing meds ans set up procedures to find out what was going on with me and I'm sooo grateful for her LISTENING to me and taking my concerns as if they were her own.

December 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very attentive to my healthcare and very professional.

December 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was exceptional. I appreciated the care she gave and I look forward to her being a part of my care team because she is someone that I feel like I can trust and who will work with me to help me receive optimal health, not receive, but to achieve optimal health is what I want to say. Thank you.

December 3, 2025

5

The dr was very kind and knowledgeable and I was impressed by her interest in my health and well being!!!

November 21, 2025

5

This is the most amazing doctor that I've ever met in my life. She's so amazing, courteous, respectful. She listened to everything that was going on with me, gave me the great above, gave me the right medications. She's amazing. Thank you. And I want you guys to thank her for me.

November 19, 2025

5

She was thorough. To ask me to score her after just one appt. so far isn't realistic, though.

November 9, 2025

5

Provided great advice. Listened well and I felt comfortable discussing a tough topic with her. Not easy to discuss your bathroom habits but she made it easier to do so.

November 8, 2025

5

This was my first visit and it met all the expectation of WellStar Doctors and nurses.

November 7, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable and alleviated every concern I had.

November 3, 2025

5

Dr Clay was amazing! I'd highly recommend her and trust her with my care.

November 1, 2025

5

Timely and efficient communication between the institution and the patient

November 1, 2025

5

Dr Clay is amazing. She is kind and caring. Her staff, equally as wonderful.

October 31, 2025

5

Awesome experience-highly satisfied. The doctor was friendly, concerned and thorough.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay exceeded my expectations. Her bedside manner was remarkable, very patient. She listened to me and I was very impressed. Thank you.

October 5, 2025

5

Dr. Clay exceeded my expectations. Her bedside manner was remarkable, very patient. She listened to me and I was very impressed. Thank you.

October 5, 2025

5

Awesome experience-highly satisfied. The doctor was friendly, concerned and thorough.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr Clay is amazing. She is kind and caring. Her staff, equally as wonderful.

October 31, 2025

5

Timely and efficient communication between the institution and the patient

November 1, 2025

5

Dr Clay was amazing! I'd highly recommend her and trust her with my care.

November 1, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable and alleviated every concern I had.

November 3, 2025

5

This was my first visit and it met all the expectation of WellStar Doctors and nurses.

November 7, 2025

5

Provided great advice. Listened well and I felt comfortable discussing a tough topic with her. Not easy to discuss your bathroom habits but she made it easier to do so.

November 8, 2025

5

She was thorough. To ask me to score her after just one appt. so far isn't realistic, though.

November 9, 2025

5

This is the most amazing doctor that I've ever met in my life. She's so amazing, courteous, respectful. She listened to everything that was going on with me, gave me the great above, gave me the right medications. She's amazing. Thank you. And I want you guys to thank her for me.

November 19, 2025

5

The dr was very kind and knowledgeable and I was impressed by her interest in my health and well being!!!

November 21, 2025

5

Dr. Clay was exceptional. I appreciated the care she gave and I look forward to her being a part of my care team because she is someone that I feel like I can trust and who will work with me to help me receive optimal health, not receive, but to achieve optimal health is what I want to say. Thank you.

December 3, 2025

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very attentive to my healthcare and very professional.

December 7, 2025

5

Dr Clay on my first appointment went into action prescribing meds ans set up procedures to find out what was going on with me and I'm sooo grateful for her LISTENING to me and taking my concerns as if they were her own.

December 24, 2025

5

Dr. Clay is an intelligent, compassionate and caring physician. She listened carefully to my questions and responses. Then she provided explanations and throughly answered my questions. She is easy to talk with and genuinely cares about her patients.

January 11, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff is very professional and friendly.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and her staff were very Efficient & Professional during this visit.

January 25, 2026

5

Dr. Clay and the entire staff in GI were so very kind, professional, and courteous. This was my first visit, and I was extremely impressed with the attentiveness and expertise Dr. Clay displayed. She listened well, and was caring and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone needing GI care. Thank you all so much.

February 2, 2026

5

Very informative

February 6, 2026

5

Very much impressed by Dr. Shani Clay's professionalism and humbleness.

February 7, 2026

5

From Chiquita, to Dr. Clay, to Andre. I was so pleased with my appointment. Though there hasn't been a time going through Wellstar that I haven't been satisfied. Thank you for always giving an amazing experience.

February 10, 2026

5

Love the doctor and the nurse taking vitals.

February 14, 2026

5

Dr. Clay really listened to my concerns. She was thorough in giving me an explanation. And what I like about her is that she is very aggressive as to finding out what is wrong with me. So I just, just kudos to her for being aggressive, because I've been to other gastroenterologists who were just very passive. They would tell me that this is this, so do this. But she is checking every aspect to find out what is clearly the solution to my problem. So I really appreciate her aggressiveness and her understanding and most of all her professionalism.

February 27, 2026

5

Knowledgable, professional and personable!

March 4, 2026

5

amazing provider. Not rushed. Very knowledgable and gave practical advice. Was not pushing pills. The nurses and assistance did not wash hands but the provider did.

March 4, 2026

5

Extremely satisfied!

March 5, 2026

5

Dr. Shani was an amazing doctor. She always addresses all of my questions and concerns and all of my needs, and I so look forward to continuing services with her. Thank you so much.

March 6, 2026

5

Knowledgeable, listening to my concerns, offered solutions.

March 8, 2026

3

It was disappointing when I had a one o'clock appointment. I sat there for 45, 50 minutes and finally saw her for five minutes. I think you need to do a better job of your scheduling.

March 11, 2026

5

Dr. Clay was really nice and I appreciated her.

March 12, 2026

Publications and Articles

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Soul Support 2025: A Year of Healing, Hope & Community Impact

Faith communities and Wellstar Health System came together across Georgia with a shared mission: to strengthen mental health, build meaningful connections and bring healing spaces directly into our communities.

The 2025 Soul Support Impact Reports highlight incredible stories of empowerment, compassion and growth—made possible through collaboration, training and care.

What we achieved together

Across churches and faith centers—big and small—Soul Support helped communities access emotional wellness tools, support groups and life-changing conversations.

United Church in Atlanta

  • 78 touchpoints of support
  • Biweekly support groups focused on emotional expression
  • Safe spaces where participants learned to process even the toughest emotions
  • 39 volunteer hours fueling community care

Impact Church in Atlanta

  • 1,000+ touchpoints
  • 40 mental health events
  • Weekly support groups and Healing the Wounds of Trauma sessions
  • 20 community members trained in mental health first aid
  • 60+ engagement hours

Greater Young Zion Baptist Church in Augusta

  • 291 community touchpoints
  • Mental health awareness events drawing 150+ participants
  • Webinars, grief workshops and suicide prevention training
  • 40+ wellness kits distributed
  • 50+ event hours given back

The Gathering, International in Griffin

  • 756 touchpoints
  • Mental health support groups and pastoral counseling
  • 80% of participants reported helpful, life applicable insights
  • Powerful testimonies emphasizing belonging and finding strength in community

Seekers of His Face International Prayer Center in Augusta

  • 685 touchpoints
  • 224 mental health care kits distributed
  • Weekly support groups and wellness workshops
  • Youth and men’s mental health initiatives supporting 75+ individuals
  • 60 volunteer hours encouraging healing and growth

Why this work matters

Across every partner site, a message echoed loud and clear: Community heals. Connection transforms. Support saves lives.

Together, churches, clinicians, volunteers and community leaders created supportive environments where people felt seen, safe and understood. These spaces helped reduce stigma, elevate mental health literacy and offer practical tools for emotional wellness.

Thanking our partners

Pastors, administrators, coordinators and volunteers—from Atlanta to Griffin to Augusta—poured in time, compassion and leadership to make Soul Support a lifeline for many. Your dedication is transforming communities one conversation at a time.

Looking forward

As we continue this journey, we celebrate every person who showed up, spoke up or lifted someone up. The impact of Soul Support is more than numbers—it’s the lives changed through hope, faith and connection.Together, we are building mentally healthier, spiritually grounded and beautifully resilient communities.

Learn more about Wellstar’s community health programs.

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Make Colon Health Your Habit

For many people, talking about colon health can be a little uncomfortable. However, medical issues don’t just go away if you ignore them.

Being proactive about your well-being with preventative care can help catch colorectal cancer or another serious condition early, often before it becomes a bigger problem.

Wellstar is committed to keeping your colon healthy with preventative screenings and expert care, so you can continue to live well.

Catch colon cancer early

Early detection is the best prevention, especially when it comes to colon cancer. If caught early, colorectal cancer has a survival rate of 91%.

“Colon cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States, so it’s very important that everyone gets screened,” said Wellstar Gastroenterologist Dr. Cameron Body. “For an average risk person, screenings should begin at age 45.”

Those with a higher risk or a family history of colorectal cancer may need to start screening sooner. Partner with your provider to create a personalized screening plan—and stick with it to stay ahead of the disease.

“Recently, colon cancer has been a major trending topic in public discourse, and it has been impacting younger individuals each year. It is important to start colon cancer screening at the age of 45 or sooner if you have a family history of colon cancer,” said Wellstar Gastroenterologist Dr. Shani Clay. “This is a preventable disease, so please speak with your primary care clinician or gastroenterologist to help get you screened. Colonoscopies can help prevent colon cancer, diagnose and help direct early treatment if you are diagnosed.”

The death rate for colon cancer in older adults has been decreasing for the past several decades due to screenings, according to the American Cancer Society. Screenings can identify polyps before they become cancerous and can catch cancer earlier when it is more easily treatable. However, in people under 55, death rates from colon cancer have been increasing by about 1% per year since the mid-2000s.

Why colonoscopies work

During a colonoscopy, a Wellstar gastroenterologist will view the inside of your colon and look for polyps or any other abnormal tissue that could be cancerous. This preventative testing is key to catching colorectal issues at the start.

“A colonoscopy is the gold standard when screening for colon cancer. The procedure itself is not painful, and we make sure you’re comfortable throughout the process,” Dr. Body said. “The goal is to do a high-quality exam with a good prep to find polyps when they’re small and get them removed to minimize the risk of them subsequently developing into cancer.”

Polyps take about five to 15 years to evolve into an invasive cancer, according to Dr. Carmen Klass, oncologist and hematologist with Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers, a care partner of Wellstar.

“If you have a colonoscopy every five to 10 years, they can remove the polyp and it will never be declared an invasive cancer,” Dr. Klass said. “In fact, if all Americans did their screening colonoscopies every five to 10 years, the death rate for colorectal cancer would drop by 50%.”

See how colorectal cancer screening saves lives.

Signs of colorectal cancer

  • Colon cancer is typically discovered when a patient has a colonoscopy, but it’s important to watch for these warning signs:
  • A change in your bowel habits, such as persistent diarrhea or constipation
  • Bloody stools or rectal bleeding
  • Abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas and pain
  • Feeling like you are unable to empty your bowels completely
  • Weakness or fatigue
  • Unexplained weight loss

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your care team right away.

Colorectal cancer care at Wellstar

If you have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, count on Wellstar for comprehensive, personalized care. Our specialists will work together with you to form a tailored treatment plan and offer support every step of the way.

“When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, we walk with them and guide them on this difficult journey,” Dr. Klass said, sharing how Wellstar provides compassionate care.

Wellstar offers medical expertise close to home, clinical trials and state-of-the-art surgical procedures to treat colorectal cancer. We also have a multidisciplinary gastrointestinal (GI) tumor board that diagnoses and creates treatment plans collaboratively.

Along with cancer surgeons, medical oncologists and other experts, our care team also includes nurse navigators, dietitians, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists and counselors to provide complete care and support.

Learn how Wellstar cares for colorectal cancer.

Get answers with genetic testing

Whether you have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer or are concerned about the chance of developing it, genetic testing can help you understand your risk of getting the disease.

If your parent, sibling or child has had colorectal cancer, you are two to three times more likely to develop the condition compared with someone with no family history. Our genetic counselors can help determine how genetic testing could benefit you and your family.

“Wellstar offers support from genetic counselors to help keep other family members safe in the future,” Dr. Klass said.

Find out if genetic testing is right for you.

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Feeling ‘Backed Up’? Your Care Team Can Help You Fix Constipation

Constipation can be defined as a change in frequency of stool, consistency of stool or both. Normal frequency of bowel movements is thought to be anywhere between three times a day to three times a week. Additionally, having very hard or pellet-like stools is an indication of constipation. 

Constipation can be caused by a variety of things, including dietary changes (like decreased water or fiber intake), thyroid issues, slow gut motility, electrolyte imbalances, medication changes and sometimes even more serious medical disorders such as cancer. 

“It is important to talk to your provider if you’re experiencing an issue with constipation,” said Wellstar Gastroenterologist Dr. Shani Clay. “There are specific laboratory studies and even imaging that can be done to further evaluate abnormal stools. If you're noticing blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss, a colonoscopy may even be warranted to rule out a more serious condition.”

Wellstar gastroenterologists can help you determine the cause of your constipation.

If you are feeling a little “backed up,” there are also a few things you can do to help you have more regular bowel movements. Ensuring you are drinking at least 64 ounces of water daily helps to soften your stool so that it can pass more easily out of the colon. Further, it is important you follow a diet high in fiber. This includes eating things like raspberries, pears, apples with skin, green peas, broccoli, whole wheat spaghetti, oatmeal and black beans. If dietary changes do not work, there are a variety of both over-the-counter and prescribed medications that your provider may recommend to help get you going.

Constipation occurs quite frequently in the general population and may warrant further work-up. Increasing water intake and modifying your diet to include more fiber may help, but it is important that your symptoms are conveyed to your provider in case additional testing needs to be done. Staying regular helps you to feel better, both physically and mentally. Gut health is important, so make sure you are keeping it clean!

Learn more about how you can start healthy habits to benefit your digestive wellness.

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Shani Clay, MD
Gastroenterologist with Wellstar since 2023
Rating
4.7
Specialties
Gastroenterology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Residency
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Fellowship
Emory University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - GI
Spoken Languages
Spanish and English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/shani-clay-md
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