Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

4 gastroenterology updates

Here are four gastroenterology updates Becker’s has reported on since Feb. 9:

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. 

Why gastroenterologists are leaving the field

Whether due to COVID-19 induced changes or a shift in approach to care, many gastroenterologists have chosen not to stick around as the gastroenterology landscape continues to evolve. 

10 power players in GI

From gastroenterology management organizations to big-name practices to gastroenterology device manufacturers, here are 10 power players in the GI space poised to make waves in the industry in 2023.

5 gastroenterology ASCs to know

Here are five ASCs specializing in gastroenterology that were among Newsweek’s “America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2023” list: 

United Digestive acquires Florida GI group, endoscopy center

United Digestive has acquired the Gastroenterology Group of Naples and Gulfshore Endoscopy Center, both in Naples, Fla. 

Apollo Endosurgery lands $929K investment from Boston Partners

Devicemaker Apollo Endosurgery was worth over $15 million at the end of the most recent quarter, following several large investments in the company at the end of the third quarter of 2022, including $929,000 from Boston Partners, according to a Feb. 14…

5 gastroenterologists to know

Here are five physicians to know who specialize in gastroenterology:

Largest gastroenterology groups by number of physicians

As the gastroenterology industry continues to consolidate, more physicians are opting to join management service organizations.

New Jersey to require health insurers to cover colorectal cancer screenings

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed a law requiring health insurers to cover colorectal cancer screenings as recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and eliminate cost-sharing for required follow-up colonoscopies, nj.com reported Feb….