GI & Endoscopy

Bushra Sulieman, MD, a practicing gastroenterologist at Mercy Iowa City's Gastroenterology Clinic, was stabbed to death in Sudan, according to an April 27 report from ABC affiliate KCRG.

A video showcasing actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's getting colonoscopies has received an award from the 27th annual Webby Awards, an international award honoring internet-based excellence, CTV News Vancouver reported April 26.

Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger has named Amitpal Johal, MD, the health system's chair of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition weight management.

Private equity has seen a huge opportunity in gastroenterology in the last few years. 

Exton, Pa.-based US Digestive Health has opened a new gastroenterology office in Collegeville, Pa.

New gastroenterology therapies and procedures come to light every year, but their receptions vary. 

Jeffrey Hyams, MD, of Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford, has been given $14 million for his research in Crohn's disease, WTNH reported April 20. 

The University Medical Center of El Paso in Texas has begun using Medtronic's artificial intelligence endoscopy module GI Genius.

Irritable bowel syndrome impacts between 25 and 45 million people in the U.S., causing symptoms including severe abdominal pain and altered bowel habits. A number of famous athletes, musicians and sports stars deal with the disease every day. 

One GI has partnered with Nashville, Tenn.-based TransSouth, one of the longest-standing gastroenterology practices in the area.