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Jennifer Phan, MD, on Obesity and Medical Management
11/21/2023
Priyam Vora
Dr Jennifer Phan explained the medical management of obesity and ways in which the gastroenterologist can get involved.
Dr Jennifer Phan explained the medical management of obesity and ways in which the gastroenterologist can get involved.
Dr Jennifer Phan explained the...
11/21/2023
Gastroenterology
Poll
Poll: COVID-19 Vaccine for Patients With Chronic GI Disease
12/30/2020
Tell us how you will advise your patients with chronic gastrointestinal illnesses about whether they should receive the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them.
Tell us how you will advise your patients with chronic gastrointestinal illnesses about whether they should receive the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them.
Tell us how you will advise your...
12/30/2020
Gastroenterology
News
COVID-19 Pandemic Best Practices for Gastroenterologists
03/17/2020
Created by 4 leading organizations, the recommendations are for gastroenterologists and gastroenterology care providers at institutions and practices that provide endoscopy and outpatient gastrointestinal services.
Created by 4 leading organizations, the recommendations are for gastroenterologists and gastroenterology care providers at institutions and practices that provide endoscopy and outpatient gastrointestinal services.
Created by 4 leading...
03/17/2020
Gastroenterology
Poll
Poll: Gastroenterology Topics for 2020
12/30/2019
Gastroenterology Consultant published content on various topics throughout 2019. Which topic do you want to see more of this year? Take our poll to voice your opinion!
Gastroenterology Consultant published content on various topics throughout 2019. Which topic do you want to see more of this year? Take our poll to voice your opinion!
Gastroenterology Consultant...
12/30/2019
Gastroenterology
News
Digestive Diseases Vary in Manifestations, But Remain Costly
07/26/2011
Patients with digestive diseases experience various iterations of symptoms and experiences, but generally accrue significant financial burden, research shows.
Patients with digestive diseases experience various iterations of symptoms and experiences, but generally accrue significant financial burden, research shows.
Patients with digestive diseases...
07/26/2011
Gastroenterology

News

News
Digestive Diseases Vary in Manifestations, But Remain Costly
07/26/2011
Patients with digestive diseases experience various iterations of symptoms and experiences, but generally accrue significant financial burden, research shows.
Patients with digestive diseases experience various iterations of symptoms and experiences, but generally accrue significant financial burden, research shows.
Patients with digestive diseases...
07/26/2011
Gastroenterology
Research Review
New Meta-Analysis Highlights Burden of MASLD Among IBD Patients
02/03/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from...
02/03/2026
Gastroenterology
Emerging Therapies
EC Plus FOLFIRI Improves Response Rates in First-Line BRAF V600E–Mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Short Course Radiation and ctDNA for Rectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Cumulative Social Risk Linked to Poorer Survival in Stage III Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Persistent MASLD Greatly Increases Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risks, Study Finds
12/15/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links...
12/15/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Sex-Specific Risks Highlight MASLD Burden Across Women’s Lifespan
12/11/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD...
12/11/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Resmetirom Reduces Portal Hypertension Risk and Fibrosis Markers in MASH Cirrhosis at 2 Years
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Tirzepatide Bests Semaglutide in Reducing Cardiovascular Events and Mortality in Patients With MASLD/MASH
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Liquid Biopsy Shows Potential in Cholangiocarcinoma Care
10/09/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights...
10/09/2025
Gastroenterology

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Quiz
Diagnostic Complexity in Refractory GERD
08/07/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
What did researchers find in a recent study of patients with GERD and persistent reflux symptoms despite PPI therapy? Take our quick quiz to find out!
What did researchers find in a recent study of patients with GERD and persistent reflux symptoms despite PPI therapy? Take our quick quiz to find out!
What did researchers find in a...
08/07/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Terminal Ileal Resection and CRC Risk
08/07/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Is terminal ileum resection in patients with Crohn’s disease associated with colorectal cancer risk? See what recent research found by taking our quiz.
Is terminal ileum resection in patients with Crohn’s disease associated with colorectal cancer risk? See what recent research found by taking our quiz.
Is terminal ileum resection in...
08/07/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
DGBIs and GERD
08/07/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Is there any association between esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction and refractory reflux symptoms? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
Is there any association between esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction and refractory reflux symptoms? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
Is there any association between...
08/07/2025
Gastroenterology
News
Prevalence of Overlapping Esophageal DGBIs and GERD in Patients With Refractory Reflux
08/01/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A prospective study reveals that more than 70% of patients with proven gastroesophageal reflux disease and refractory symptoms also exhibit features of esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction.
A prospective study reveals that more than 70% of patients with proven gastroesophageal reflux disease and refractory symptoms also exhibit features of esophageal disorders of gut-brain interaction.
A prospective study reveals that...
08/01/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
How Does Stool-Based CRC Surveillance Compare to Colonoscopy?
07/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
07/21/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
How Does CRC Affect Sexual Health in Women Over 40?
07/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
07/21/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
How Does CRC Affect Sexual Health in Women Under 40?
07/21/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
07/21/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
What Improves FIT Return Rates?
07/18/2025
The TEMPO trial investigated techniques to improve return rates for fecal immunochemical tests for colorectal cancer. Find out what worked best by taking our quick quiz!
The TEMPO trial investigated techniques to improve return rates for fecal immunochemical tests for colorectal cancer. Find out what worked best by taking our quick quiz!
The TEMPO trial investigated...
07/18/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
Social Determinants of Health and MASLD/MASH
07/18/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
Research has shown that several social determinants of health (SDOH) are associated with the prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease. What has been identified as the most consistent associated SDOH?
Research has shown that several social determinants of health (SDOH) are associated with the prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease. What has been identified as the most consistent associated SDOH?
Research has shown that several...
07/18/2025
Gastroenterology
Quiz
MASLD in 2050
07/18/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
The prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is increasing. What will it be in the future? Take our quiz to find out.
The prevalence of metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is increasing. What will it be in the future? Take our quiz to find out.
The prevalence of...
07/18/2025
Gastroenterology

News

News
Digestive Diseases Vary in Manifestations, But Remain Costly
07/26/2011
Patients with digestive diseases experience various iterations of symptoms and experiences, but generally accrue significant financial burden, research shows.
Patients with digestive diseases experience various iterations of symptoms and experiences, but generally accrue significant financial burden, research shows.
Patients with digestive diseases...
07/26/2011
Gastroenterology
Research Review
New Meta-Analysis Highlights Burden of MASLD Among IBD Patients
02/03/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from...
02/03/2026
Gastroenterology
Emerging Therapies
EC Plus FOLFIRI Improves Response Rates in First-Line BRAF V600E–Mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating mCRC, EC plus FOLFIRI offers a highly active first-line strategy for patients with BRAF V600E–mutant disease and may represent a new standard of care in this setting.
For gastroenterologists treating...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Short Course Radiation and ctDNA for Rectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the ASTRO meeting, investigators indicated that circulating tumor DNA may predict recurrence of rectal cancer following short-course radiation therapy.
In an abstract presented at the...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Cumulative Social Risk Linked to Poorer Survival in Stage III Colorectal Cancer
01/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found that each additional social risk factor significantly increased the likelihood of cancer-specific mortality among patients with advanced colorectal cancer.
A prospective cohort study found...
01/14/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Persistent MASLD Greatly Increases Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risks, Study Finds
12/15/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links temporal changes in metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease status to markedly different risks for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular events, and mortality.
A major cohort study links...
12/15/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Sex-Specific Risks Highlight MASLD Burden Across Women’s Lifespan
12/11/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD disproportionately affects women, with key risks linked to PCOS, menopause, and pregnancy.
A new review details how MASLD...
12/11/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Resmetirom Reduces Portal Hypertension Risk and Fibrosis Markers in MASH Cirrhosis at 2 Years
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients with confirmed F4 fibrosis at baseline demonstrated regression to F3 by year 2 of treatment with resmetirom for MASH cirrhosis.
More than one-third of patients...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
Tirzepatide Bests Semaglutide in Reducing Cardiovascular Events and Mortality in Patients With MASLD/MASH
11/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular-related outcomes, all-cause mortality, and all-cause hospitalizations compared to semaglutide in a large real-world study, according to an abstract presented at the ACG...
Tirzepatide treatment was...
11/04/2025
Gastroenterology
Conference Coverage
E-Cigarette Use and Risk of Peptic Ulcer Disease: Findings from a National Cohort
10/27/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at the ACG meeting, investigators concluded that e-cigarette use—both current and former—is independently associated with a risk of peptic ulcer disease.
In an oral abstract presented at...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
Liquid Biopsy Shows Potential in Cholangiocarcinoma Care
10/09/2025
Rebecca Mashaw
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights liquid biopsy’s emerging role in diagnosis and management of biliary tract cancers.
A recent review highlights...
10/09/2025
Gastroenterology

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