Today's Top 20 Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Stories
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Gastro Health names interim CEO
Miami-based Gastro Health has named COO Alan Oliver as interim CEO of the company. -
OSF HealthCare hospital adds GI Genius
Bloomington, Ill.-based OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center is piloting the use of Medtronic's GI Genius artificial intelligence-powered polyp detection tool. -
The colonoscopy research shifting the industry
Here are four studies Becker's covered in 2024 regarding colonoscopy: -
2024 GI compensation in 9 numbers
Gastroenterologists in the U.S. earn an average of $515,000 annually, according to Medscape's 2024 "Gastroenterologist Compensation Report," published May 24. -
The most challenging part of being a gastroenterologist
Being a gastroenterologist comes with many challenges. -
Colon-cancer blood test earns safety endorsement from FDA panel
An advisory committee to the FDA voted that a blood test that screens for colon and rectal cancers was safe, according to a May 23 report by The New York Times. -
Dr. Christopher Schlachta elected Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons president
Christopher Schlachta, MD, has been elected as the 2024-2025 president of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. -
Gastroenterology pay in 2024: 4 notes
Gastroenterologists are the 11th highest paid physician specialists in 2024, with an average yearly salary of $514,208, according to Doximity's 2024 "Physician Compensation Report," published May 23. -
How systems could double colorectal cancer screenings
Giving patients more choice in their colorectal cancer screening options could double the number of patients who get screened, according to a new study from the Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia. -
2 conflicting colonoscopy guidelines
The jury is still out on several guidelines regarding screening colonoscopies, despite rising colorectal cancer rates. -
The ‘workhorse’ of GI & endoscopy: How advanced tools are driving efficiency and patient safety
Gastrointestinal and endoscopy practices are facing multiple challenges that negatively affect their bottom line — such as persistent anesthesiologist shortages, high staff turnover, rising patient demand and low reimbursement rates. -
State awards UAB $120,000 for colonoscopy screening project
The Alabama Department of Public Health’s Cancer Prevention and Control Division has awarded two University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Surgery professors a $120,000 grant to continue a free colorectal cancer screening project. -
Rome Health expands GI services
Rome (N.Y.) Health is expanding its gastroenterology services with the addition of a new specialist and expanded appointment opportunities for colonoscopies. -
Gastroenterology in the news: 5 updates
Here are five of the latest government updates affecting the field of gastroenterology, as reported by Becker's since March 6: -
American Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy launches AI institute
The American Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy has launched an artificial intelligence institute for gastroenterology. -
The average cost of an upper GI endoscopy in the US: A payment breakdown
Undergoing an upper GI endoscopy in the U.S. will cost patients an average of $1,109 in the ASC setting, according to data from Sidecar Health. The majority of the procedure's cost goes toward facility fees. -
6 colonoscopy updates
Here are six updates on colonoscopies in the U.S. since April 25: -
How GI pay has evolved in the last 5 years
The average annual compensation for gastroenterologists has increased by about 20% since 2019, according to data from Medscape. -
Medtronic capsule endoscopy kit cleared by FDA
Medtronic's single-use capsule endoscopy system has been approved by the FDA. -
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons taps new board, committee members
The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, which comprises more than 7,000 providers, has added new members to its board and investment committee.
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