Synthetic Biologics, a biologics and drug developer, has formed a clinical advisory board to support the development of SYN-004, an anti-infective product for the prevention of Clostridium difficile infections.
GI & Endoscopy
Two gastroenterologists identify some of the biggest economic opportunities and challenges in the GI field.
Here are four gastroenterology and endoscopy-driven ambulatory surgery centers that have opened or announced plans for expansion within the past month.
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy has named Colleen M. Schmitt, MD, MHS, FASGE, its new president and announced its 2014 to 2015 board members. Here are five things to know about the ASGE President and board.
The National Institute for Health Care Reform released a study of the price of common services performed in hospital outpatient departments in comparison to community settings, such as a physician office or freestanding ambulatory surgery center. Here are four things…
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The American Board of Surgery will require all general surgery residents applying for board certification to complete a standardized national curriculum in endoscopy techniques beginning in 2017, according to a Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News report.
Donald M. Jensen, MD, has been named president of the American Liver Foundation, Great Lakes division, according to a Chicago Tribune report.
A recent study published in the journal Gut compares the efficacy of capsule endoscopy to CT colonography in patients with an incomplete colonoscopy.
How can gastroenterologists drive quality improvement efforts in endoscopy centers and GI-driven ambulatory surgery centers?
Colonoscopy has undeniably played a central role in screening and the reduction of colorectal cancer mortality. Demand for the procedure will likely remain high. As in the age-old tale of supply and demand, the device industry has responded with numerous…