Today's Top 20 Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Stories
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Sanford Health offers AI-assisted colonoscopies
A Sanford Health location in Fargo, N.D., has added Medtronic's GI Genius for artificial intelligence-assisted colonoscopies, Valley News Live reported March 11. -
5 gastroenterology practices to know
Here are five gastroenterology groups that have made headlines recently: -
The rise of gastroenterology supergroups
Gastroenterology has seen massive consolidation as management service organizations and groups grow. -
10 most overweight cities in the US
McAllen, Texas, is the most overweight and obese city in the U.S., according to personal finance site WalletHub. -
Where gastroenterology groups are growing
Here are four states where gastroenterology groups are expanding their footprint in 2024 so far: -
GI lifestyles, happiness in 2024: 12 things to know
Over half (55%) of gastroenterologists would take a cut in their annual salaries to be able to maintain a better work-life balance, according to Medscape's 2024 "Gastroenterologist Lifestyle and Happiness Report," published March 8. -
White House names March GI cancer awareness month
The White House has declared March as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to recognize cancer survivors, caregivers and their loved ones and raise awareness about the growing rates of CRC. -
Where endoscopy stands today
Here are five recent developments on endoscopies — some of which are changing gastroenterology. -
Pennsylvania lawmakers aim to expand colorectal screening coverage
Pennsylvania Reps. Pat Gallagher, Tarik Khan and Perry Warren announced their plan to introduce legislation that would update the state's insurance laws to expand coverage for colorectal cancer screenings. -
Maine GI practice adds 2 providers, cuts colonoscopy wait time in half
Rockport, Maine-based Pen Bay Gastroenterology has added gastroenterologist Eric Elton, MD, and nurse practitioner Amber Mastronardi, MSN, to its team, according to a March 6 report from The Courier-Gazette. -
The health systems expanding GI
Several health systems have taken moves to expand their gastroenterology departments in 2024, from adding new physicians to creating new facilities. -
Tampa General Hospital adds 2 GIs
Tampa (Fla.) General Hospital Digestive Health Center has added gastroenterologists David Schwimmer, MD, and Sheldon Taub, MD, to its practice, according to a March 6 report from South Florida Hospital News. -
The colonoscopy conundrum
Gastroenterology physicians and practices are facing a major challenge: increased demand for colonoscopies amid declining reimbursements. -
Chicago physician invites news crew to 1st colonoscopy
Ngozi Ezike, MD, CEO of Sinai Chicago and former director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, invited NBC Chicago to film her first screening colonoscopy, the news outlet reported March 4. -
Intelligent Scopes launches GI platform
Intelligent Scopes, a provider of artificial intelligence solutions for gastroenterology practices, has launched a new platform named Helga AI-GEP. -
The factors benefitting, hurting gastroenterology
While technology has given gastroenterologists a leg up in the healthcare industry, there are still several factors that could drive them away from the field. -
Why GIs are leaving the field
Administrative burdens and payer challenges are two key factors that could lead gastroenterologists to leave the field. -
Granville Health System pays $2.5M for GI site
Oxford, N.C.-based Granville Health System has purchased a former medical center in Oxford for $2.5 million with plans to open a new gastroenterology facility, according to a Feb. 29 report from the Triangle Business Journal. -
Colorectal surgeon arrested, charged with making threats at hospital
A colorectal surgeon was arrested and is facing felony charges after authorities said he threatened to detonate a bomb at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw, Mich., MLive reported Feb. 29. -
The biggest issues gastroenterology leaders are following
Here are the biggest issues two GI leaders are following:
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