GI & Endoscopy

Colonoscopy demand is continuing to grow as gastroenterologists and GI practices face ever-declining reimbursements. 

Here is what to know about the physicians in charge of five of the largest gastroenterology groups in the U.S.:

On May 1, UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty testified before Congress, expressing that he is "deeply, deeply sorry" about the effect the late February cyberattack on Change Healthcare had on patients, physicians and health systems. 

Here are seven updates regarding gastroenterology that healthcare leaders should know:

The Aurora-based University of Colorado department of surgery added a colorectal surgery fellowship program.

Alcanza Clinical Research, an integrated network of research facilities focused on underrepresented patient populations, has acquired the Kansas City Research Institute. 

Here are three gastroenterologists Becker's has reported on since April 17:

Virtual digestive health platform Oshi Health has added Martin Anderson as its chief technology officer and Nathan Paulsen as its vice president of health plan partnerships. 

The American Cancer Society has released estimates for colorectal cancer cases in the U.S. for 2024. 

Here are four gastroenterology partnerships Becker's has reported on since April 10: