The Olympus EVIS X1™ endoscopy system introduces a range of new technologies that aim to revolutionize the way gastrointestinal disorders can be detected, characterized and treated. Bainbridge, GA 01/05/2026 – Memorial Hospital and Manor announced today that it has invested in a new advanced endoscopy system to help improve the detection and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. Memorial Hospital and Manor announced today that it is the first hospital in the region to invest in a new advanced endoscopy system to help improve the detection and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. “It is wonderful to be able to offer state-of-the-art equipment right here in Bainbridge that is usually only available to larger centers when first launched. This is why programs such as Georgia HEART are vital to rural hospitals. It allows us to implement new technology and provide great care locally,” said Dr. Myers, general surgeon at Memorial Hospital. The Olympus EVIS X1™ endoscopy system provides a combination of diagnostic and therapeutic innovations to help improve patient care and streamline endoscopic procedures. Physicians use endoscopy systems to help diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract such as acid reflux, ulcers, Crohn’s disease, Celiac disease, and colorectal cancer (CRC). An endoscope is most commonly used to perform a screening colonoscopy and to identify and potentially remove benign and precancerous growths, known as polyps. Technology associated with the EVIS X1™ endoscopy system such as Texture and Color Enhancement Imaging (TXI™) visualization can help our physicians enhance the quality of preventive screenings. TXI™ is designed to increase the visibility of potential lesions and polyps by enhancing image color and texture during an endoscopic screening. “The main reason we do colonoscopies is to detect polyps. This new system allows for improved visualization to help identify subtle lesions in the gastrointestinal tract that can be difficult to visualize or are camouflaged. This technology also has new diaphragmatic imaging or wavelength’s which allow us to identify and address bleeding that with prior technology would be more difficult detect.” said Dr. Myers. Along with maintaining a healthy lifestyle and diet, regular screenings like colonoscopy can help prevent CRC from developing by finding and removing lesions and slow-growing polyps before they have the chance to develop into cancer. “The lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is about 1 in 30 and symptoms oftentimes do not occur until late in presentation. Screening is key and a colonoscopy remains the gold standard.” said Dr. Myers. For more information about Memorial Hospital and Manor’s endoscopy services, please call Memorial Surgical Associates at 229-243-1700 and our staff will be happy to discuss any questions or concerns with you. About Olympus: Olympus develops solutions for healthcare professionals that help improve clinical outcomes, reduce overall costs and enhance quality of life for patients. By enabling less invasive procedures, innovative diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and early-stage colorectal and lung cancer evaluation and treatments, Olympus is transforming the future of healthcare.
