Gastroenterologist Jeffrey Goldstein, MD, has joined the medical staff of Newark-Wayne Community Hospital in Newark, N.Y., according to a news release.
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The results of a new study show a breath analysis could be used for colorectal cancer screening and diagnosis, according to a news release.
Seventy-four percent of hospitals reported seeing more bariatric surgeries in the past 18 months, according to the 2012 Bariatric Report by Novation, a healthcare supply chain company.
The worldwide endoscopy market is expected to grow to nearly $34 billion by 2016, according to a BCC Research report.
The American Gastroenterological Association has again partnered with CDC's state Colorectal Cancer Control Programs to conduct a screening and awareness event during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March 2013, according to an AGA news item.
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The results of a new study indicate an extract from mistletoe is "highly effective" against colon cancer cells, according to a news release.
Victor (N.Y.) Health Associates will open a new office in Victor, according to a Finger Lakes Times report.
The American Gastroenterological Association is scheduled to hold a "virtual advocacy campaign" where AGA members will contact members of Congress and ask them to stop looming reimbursement and research cuts, according to a news release.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy has recognized eight endoscopy units as part of its program dedicated to promoting endoscopy quality in healthcare settings, according to a Sacramento Bee report.
Gastroenterologist Amitpal S. Johal, MD, has been promoted to director of endoscopy in the division of gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa., according to an Medical College of Wisconsin alumni newsletter (pdf).