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4 gastroenterology updates
Here are four gastroenterology updates Becker’s has reported on since Feb. 9:
Maryland physician arrested, charged with sexual assault of patients
Ishtiaq Ahmed Malik, MD, has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting two patients, the Montgomery County, Md., police department announced Feb. 16.
Intermountain physician weighs in on the future of colon polyp detection
As artificial intelligence becomes more common in gastroenterology, industry leaders are hopeful about its potential for polyp detection during colonoscopies.
Is private practice possible for young physicians in 2023? 5 experts weigh in
While starting a private practice is an uphill battle for young physicians in 2023, many experts believe that it is still a viable, and even favorable, option for many with the right drive and mindset.
FDA approves first and only treatment for leading cause of blindness
Apellis Pharmaceuticals’ Syfovre, a treatment for geographic atrophy, has received FDA approval.
Penn Medicine, College of Physicians encourage Black men to pursue career in medicine
Philadelphia-based Penn Medicine’s Perelman School of Medicine and the College of Physicians of Philadelphia have teamed up for a new program encouraging more Black men to choose a career in medicine, NPR affiliate WHYY reported Feb. 16.
California bill seeks to make direct physician employment permanent
A California legislator has proposed a bill that would make a 2016 pilot program allowing direct employment of physicians permanent, Northern California Public Media reported Feb. 15.
Average income by experience: nurse practitioners vs. physician assistants
The roles of nurse practitioner and physician assistant are two of the fastest-growing and top-rated jobs in healthcare.
'A very troublesome expansion': How CVS Health's $10.6B acquisition could affect ASCs
CVS Health recently confirmed it will acquire primary care company Oak Street Health in an all-cash deal worth $10.6 billion.
UCSD, anesthesiologist cleared of allegations the health system ignored physician fentanyl abuse
A San Diego jury has found the University of California San Diego Medical Center and former anesthesiologist Bradley Hay, MD, not guilty in a medical malpractice lawsuit filed by patient Randy Dalo and his wife Karen Dalo alleging that Mr. Dalo awakene…
