GI & Endoscopy

Here are the five most-read Becker's ASC Review articles for gastroenterologists the week of Sept. 21-25:

Austin, Texas-based providers Ascension Seton and UT Health Austin created a clinical partnership to offer gastrointestinal care, UT Health announced Sept. 24.

Access to healthcare is limited in a rural population, which is concerning when managing colorectal cancer.

Here are seven updates from gastroenterology companies and practices from the past week:

Altering microorganisms in the intestine and managing inflammation may prevent colorectal cancer, according to findings from Gainesville-based University of Florida researchers. 

Colorectal surgeon Conor Delaney, MD, PhD, has been named president and CEO of the Cleveland Clinic Florida region effective Oct. 15.

The FDA applied a labeling addendum for CapsoVision's CapsoCam Plus, which will allow for at-home administration of the device.

Patients at high risk for colon cancer were unaware of screening protocols, according to a study published in the Journal of Gastroenterology and Digestive Systems.  

Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Erlanger East Hospital opened its Erlanger Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Center Sept. 21, The Chattanoogan reports.

A gastroenterologist in Oak Brook, Ill., was charged with two counts of criminal sexual assault Sept. 21 after he allegedly sexually assaulted a co-worker after a business event, the Daily Herald reports.