Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

What gastroenterology leaders are most excited about

Gastroenterology leaders are keeping their eyes on technological innovations as the field continues to evolve.

$70M in GI donations this year

Four massive GI-based donations totaling over $70 million have been awarded this year. Here are the notable donations Becker’s has reported: 

$15M malpractice suit brought against Virginia GI center alleging medical negligence

Fauquier County Public Schools Superintendent David Jeck is suing Fauquier (Va.) Medical Center, Advanced Digestive Care and Gastroenterology Associates for $15 million, alleging medical negligence that led to the death of his son, according to a Nov. …

Medtronic GI revenue decreased by 16% in Q2

Medtronic’s respiratory, gastrointestinal and renal revenue decreased 16 percent in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023, according to earnings results released on Nov. 22. 

3D-printed ulcerative colitis treatment receives FDA clearance to start clinical trials

Nanjing, China-based Triastek, a pharmaceutical company, has received FDA investigational new drug clearance to begin clinical studies on its 3D-printed medicine, T21, designed to treat ulcerative colitis. 

3 major gastroenterology moves in 2 weeks

Here are three gastroenterology moves Becker’s has reported on since Nov. 4:

Gastro Health, GI Alliance and more: 33 industry updates in 2022

Here are 33 moves from major gastroenterology groups that Becker’s has reported on in 2022:

Cincinnati Children’s set to open pediatric clinic

Cincinnati Children’s plans to open a new facility in Centerville, Ohio, to increase access to gastroenterology, neurology and other services for pediatric patients in the Dayton, Ohio, area, according to a Nov. 17 report from Dayton24/7Now. 

Safety grades at 12 of the best US hospitals for GI care

Twelve hospitals ranked as the top gastroenterology hospitals in 2022 by Newsweek have been given safety grades between “A” and “F” from health safety and quality organization The Leapfrog Group.

12 gastroenterology updates

From an acquisition to expanded CMS coverage, here are 12 gastroenterology updates Becker’s has reported on since Nov. 2: