The American College of Gastroenterology has released new clinical guidelines for the management of benign anorectal disorders, published in The American Journal of Gastroenterology.
GI & Endoscopy
A new study published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology examines Stretta and its role as a safe, effective treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Gastroenterology is one of the ambulatory surgery center's key specialties. Here are eight gastroenterologists, included in the Becker's ASC Review list 100 ASC Industry Physician Leaders to Know list, who hold leadership positions and have impacted the ASC industry.
Gastroenterologist Todd Baron, MD, has joined the University of North Carolina division of gastroenterology and hepatology as director of advanced therapeutic endoscopy.
The Downers Grove (Ill.) Economic Development Corporation has granted the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy its Cornerstone Award for the society's new Institute for Training and Technology.
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Hot snare polypectomy outperforms cold snare polypectomy when it comes to removing flat or sessile intermediate-sized polyps, according to a recent study discussed in Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News.
Milton Ochieng', MD, has joined BJC Medical Group's Progressive GI & Hepatology Specialists in St. Louis, according to a St. Louis Post-Dispatch report.
Colonoscopy is widely considered the gold standard for colorectal cancer screening, but is this model sustainable from a cost-effectiveness standpoint?
Can patient choice play a role in improving colorectal cancer screening rates?
Along with the rise of accountable care organizations and value-based care, population health has become an important concept. Two gastroenterologists weigh in on how GI physicians can take part in managing overall community health.