Castle Biosciences has signed an agreement to acquire GI health company Previse, which was developed by specialists at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. Previse is focused on chronic acid reflux related diseases, including esophageal cancer, according to a May 5 news release from Castle Biosciences. Terms of the agreement have not been […]
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The American Gastroenterological Association updated its clinical practice recommendations regarding vaccinations and non-colorectal cancer screenings for people with inflammatory bowel disease. Freddy Caldera, DO, a gastroenterologist at UW Health in Madison, Wis., said in a May 6 AGA news release that there will likely be updates to the information as evidence develops related to vaccination […]
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At the recent Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions’ 2025 Scientific Sessions in Washington, interventional cardiologists discussed the role of ASCs in the future of cardiovascular care, Medpage Today reported May 5. Here are five takeaways from the report: 1. One study presented at the conference, which looked at case volumes of outpatient coronary revascularization, […]
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Consolidation is skyrocketing in gastroenterology, particularly with private equity – nearly 10% of U.S. gastroenterologists are part of PE-backed practices, according to a 2023 study published in Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Here are five major private equity transactions shaping the gastroenterology landscape: 1. One GI and Webster Equity Partners In 2020, Webster Equity Partners launched One […]
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Just 42% of physicians say their organization is on stable financial footing, according to 2025 Physician Sentiment Survey. The Harris Poll conducted the survey between Jan. 2 and Jan. 15, gathering responses from 1,001 physicians — including 750 primary care providers and 251 specialists. Here are five things to know: 1. More than half (56%) […]
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Interventional cardiologists expressed concern and frustration over recent changes to healthcare policy and financing in a May 5 report from Medpage Today. Here are four notes from the report: 1. At the recent Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions 2025 Scientific Sessions in Washington, interventional cardiologists said they were highly concerned about Congress’ consideration of […]
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Here are eight updates on payers since April 15, as reported by Becker’s: 1. The Cigna Group said that it will introduce two new programs to help manage the cost and delivery of GLP-1 drugs. 2. At least eight health systems are scaling back their health plans. Executives have cited rising medical costs, increasing regulatory […]
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Oakland-based Kaiser Permanente Northern California has more than doubled its colorectal cancer screening rates over the past two decades — from 37.4% in 2000 to 79.8% in 2019 — through a proactive outreach program that has also significantly reduced mortality. Here are five things to know: 1. The findings were presented on May 3 at […]
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Here are 10 recent policy, business and workforce updates in the ASC industry: 1. President Donald Trump released fiscal 2026’s budget proposal May 2, which included $160 billion in reductions to nondefense federal spending. The proposal includes major cuts to the NIH, CDC, HHS and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The budget […]
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Nashville, Tenn.-based AmSurg is one of the largest ASC companies in the U.S., with a network of more than 250 surgery centers across 34 states. Here are three recent moves by the ASC operator, as reported by Becker’s. 1. AmSurg recently acquired Pinnacle Surgery Center in Covington, La. The 8,787-square-foot center features three operating rooms […]
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