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.
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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).
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy has recognized eight endoscopy units for following the society's guidelines on privileging, quality assurance, endoscope reprocessing and infection control, according to a news release.
Gastroenterologist Ronnie Fass, MD, has joined Ohio's MetroHealth as the director of gastroenterology and hepatology, according to a news release.
Colorectal Surgeon Rafal Barczak, MD, has joined the medical staff of Hospital of Central Connecticut, according to a news release.
Gastroenterologist Krzysztof Kopec, MD, has joined the medical staff of Hospital of Central Connecticut, according to a news release.