Author: Staff

Access to healthcare is limited in a rural population, which is concerning when managing colorectal cancer.

Here are seven updates from gastroenterology companies and practices from the past week:

Altering microorganisms in the intestine and managing inflammation may prevent colorectal cancer, according to findings from Gainesville-based University of Florida researchers. 

Los Angeles-based Chevy Chase Surgery Center received medical supplies made in the Republic of Artsakh in Armenia, Public Radio of Armenia reports.

Colorectal surgeon Conor Delaney, MD, PhD, has been named president and CEO of the Cleveland Clinic Florida region effective Oct. 15.

Memphis, Tenn.-based OrthoSouth is developing a clinic and expanding its surgery center on the first floor of a medical office building in Germantown, Tenn., the Memphis Business Journal reports.

The FDA applied a labeling addendum for CapsoVision's CapsoCam Plus, which will allow for at-home administration of the device.

Nashville, Tenn.-based Envision Healthcare struck a partnership that will allow providers to "find a home for their practice in an Envision facility."

The federal government is continually reviewing and updating guidance on COVID-19 as the number of cases and deaths escalates in the U.S.

Jackson, Tenn.-based Physicians Surgery Center secured its second robotic system for orthopedic surgery: Smith+Nephew's CORI Surgical System.