1. Compensation decline in real terms: Average gastroenterologist pay dropped from $512,000 in 2023 to $495,000 in 2024, reflecting a 3% nominal decline — and because inflation has pushed the equivalent of 2015’s $370,000 salary to around $502,930 today, the…
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The American College of Gastroenterology has elected William Chey, MD, as its 2025-2026 president. Dr. Chey assumed the role during the college’s Annual Scientific Meeting and Postgraduate Course held in Phoenix, in October, according to an Oct. 29 news release.…
Atlanta-based United Digestive has forged a new partnership with Tampa, Fla.-based Gastro MD and Gastroenterology of Greater Orlando. According to an Oct. 28 news release shared with Becker’s, the transaction marks a significant expansion into the Florida market for United…
The following gastroenterologists lead departments at hospitals ranked in the top 10 for gastroenterology and GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26, following a previous look at the leaders of the top-five programs. Johns Hopkins Hospital (Baltimore)…
ASCs are increasingly at the forefront of colorectal cancer prevention efforts, particularly as new screening technologies gain traction. Following two FDA approvals last year, many ASCs are stepping up to provide faster follow-up care for patients with positive results from…
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Commercial insurers paid far less for common gastrointestinal procedures performed in ASCs than in hospital outpatient departments, a recent study found. Insurers paid an average of $1,042 (110%) more when a surgery occurred at an in-network HOPD compared to those…
The following gastroenterologists lead departments at hospitals ranked among the top 10 for gastroenterology and GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26. James Hamilton, MD, is director of hepatology and interim director of the division of gastroenterology…
Jacksonville, Fla.-based Borland Groover has appointed four new C-suite leaders, according to an Oct. 20 news release shared with Becker’s. The new executives join Jackie Kennedy, chief operating officer for Borland Groover’s ancillary division, who has been with the company…
Olympus joined forces with Revival Healthcare Capital in July to launch Swan EndoSurgical, a new company focused on developing robotic technology that could transform gastrointestinal care. Here are five things to know about the deal: 1. Swan EndoSurgical aims to…
AdventHealth Tampa hospital, part of Altamonte Springs, Fla.-based AdventHealth, has opened a center for interventional endoscopy, which will serve the Tampa Bay region. The center will specialize in minimally invasive procedures and provide scarless treatment options. Upgraded imaging and X-ray…