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6 developments in GI tech
From leadership appointments to partnerships, here are six updates from gastroenterology medtech companies since June 1:
Ongoing NIH-funded research projects by state
The National Institutes of Health provides grant funding for clinics and universities performing specialized research.
The gastroenterology workforce: 7 stats
There are 13,465 gastroenterologists in the U.S., according to the Merritt Hawkins physician revenue calculator.
12 cardiology industry stats to know
Here is where cardiology stands today through the lenses of salary, ASC statistics and more.
Top 5 ASC chains by market share
There is a huge growth opportunity for ASC chains, as around 70 percent of freestanding surgery centers remain independent, according to VMG Health’s “Annual Healthcare M&A Report 2022.”
3 recent gastroenterology leadership moves
Here are three gastroenterology leadership moves Becker’s has reported on since Aug. 2:
Congressman’s wife died of gastroenteritis after taking herbal supplement
Lori McClintock, wife of U.S. Rep. Tom McClintock, died from dehydration due to gastroenteritis after taking a plant supplement, according to an Aug. 24 report from KHN.
Iterative Scopes taps Dr. Shrujal Baxi as chief medical officer
Iterative Scopes, a gastroenterology-focused software company, appointed Shrujal Baxi, MD, chief medical officer.
Gastro Health acquires Virginia practice
Gastro Health finalized its acquisition of Charlottesville (Va.) Gastroenterology Associates on Sept. 1.
5 steps to opening an ASC
With ASC ownership becoming more popular among physicians, it’s important to know five major steps associated with opening an ASC, including licensing and certification.
