Zappix, a digital patient engagement solutions company, has reported a significant reduction in no-shows and late cancellations from gastroenterology and endoscopy patients using its platform.
The endoscopy team at UC Davis Health in Sacramento have completed the world’s first endoscopic, ultrasound-guided core biopsy of a pancreatic tumor with a new device.
The number of healthcare-focused private equity deals decreased by 16.2% in 2023, with GI-focused deals seeing an even steeper decline, according to Pitchbook’s “Healthcare Services Report” published Feb. 8.
Rome (N.Y.) Health will offer gastroenterology services with the addition of specialist Aamer Mirza, MD, and nurse practitioner Melissa Kobito, according to a Feb. 8 report from the Rome Sentinel.
While gastroenterologists continue to face physician fee cuts from Medicare, many are holding the line and refusing to drop patients with Medicare, citing an obligation to treat all patients equally.