Category: Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

Virtua Health adds GI Genius to 5 hospitals

Marlton, N.J.-based Virtua Health is now using Medtronic’s GI Genius endoscopy module at five of its hospitals, KYW Newsradio reported July 1. 

Dr. Monina Pascua on driving passion in gastroenterology

While gastroenterologists focus on providing care to patients, many have several other tasks at their practices daily, including improving coworker morale and enhancing the patient experience. 

GI Alliance, One GI and more: 10 updates in Q2

Here are 10 moves from three major gastroenterology groups that Becker’s has reported in the second quarter of 2023:

Minimally invasive surgery helps determine cancer spread early

Conducting staging laparoscopy on patients who have recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer helps with the early detection of cancer spread and determination of the cancer’s stage, according to a June 29 news release from Mayo Clinic.

Capsule endoscopy market predicted to surpass $1.09 trillion by 2030

The global capsule endoscopy market is predicted to see a 8.8 percent compound annual growth rate and exceed a value of $1.09 trillion by 2030, as investments and consumer preference for minimally invasive surgeries are on the rise.

One GI appoints new SVP of payer strategy

One GI, a Nashville-headquartered network of independent gastroenterology practices, has appointed Sean Mercado as the senior vice president of payer strategy, according to a June 28 news release shared with Becker’s. 

5 gastroenterology lawsuits in 1 year

Here are five lawsuits involving gastroenterologists or gastroenterology practices that Becker’s has reported on since Aug. 12:

One GI adds senior vice president of payer strategy

Nashville, Tenn.-based gastroenterology management services company One GI has appointed Sean Mercado as its senior vice president of payer strategy. 

Digestive Health Physicians Association weighs in on United's new 'advanced notification' process

In June, UnitedHealthcare attempted to clarify its new advanced notification process, which went into effect on June 1, in the wake of confusion among physicians and industry groups. 

GI Research Foundation awards $18.5M in grant funds

The GI Research Foundation’s CA CURE campaign, which funds medical research efforts, had its largest grantmaking year in its 60-year history, awarding $18.5 million in grants in the fiscal year ending on June 30.