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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
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
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
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
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
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 Highlights
06/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A real-world cohort study found that patients with MASLD and type 2 diabetes who were not using GLP-1 RAs had a signficantly higher rate of hepatic complications compared to patients receiving GLP-1 therapy.
A real-world cohort study found that patients with MASLD and type 2 diabetes who were not using GLP-1 RAs had a signficantly higher rate of hepatic complications compared to patients receiving GLP-1 therapy.
A real-world cohort study found...
06/11/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Insights
06/09/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
New research highlights important similarities and differences between IBS-C and Parkinson’s disease–associated constipation
New research highlights important similarities and differences between IBS-C and Parkinson’s disease–associated constipation
New research highlights...
06/09/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
06/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Investigators observed a lower cumulative incidence of CRC among individuals who underwent colonoscopy across both age groups studied.
Investigators observed a lower cumulative incidence of CRC among individuals who underwent colonoscopy across both age groups studied.
Investigators observed a lower...
06/03/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Insights
05/27/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
A new study adds to growing evidence that sexual and reproductive health issues are common yet frequently overlooked among younger colorectal cancer survivors.
A new study adds to growing evidence that sexual and reproductive health issues are common yet frequently overlooked among younger colorectal cancer survivors.
A new study adds to growing...
05/27/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
05/27/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The findings provide reassurance regarding prognosis in patients presenting with multiple primary tumors.
The findings provide reassurance regarding prognosis in patients presenting with multiple primary tumors.
The findings provide reassurance...
05/27/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
05/06/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Rehospitalization remained common among patients who experienced immune checkpoint inhibitor-associated colitis, indicating that adverse effects often persist beyond ICI exposure.
Rehospitalization remained common among patients who experienced immune checkpoint inhibitor-associated colitis, indicating that adverse effects often persist beyond ICI exposure.
Rehospitalization remained...
05/06/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
04/23/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
MetALD-ALD Prediction Index (MAP) proved to be the top-performing model among all commonly used indirect alcohol biomarkers.
MetALD-ALD Prediction Index (MAP) proved to be the top-performing model among all commonly used indirect alcohol biomarkers.
MetALD-ALD Prediction Index...
04/23/2026
Gastroenterology
News
02/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
For gastroenterologists, the key takeaway is that cumulative alcohol exposure and long-term drinking patterns matter when assessing CRC risk.
For gastroenterologists, the key takeaway is that cumulative alcohol exposure and long-term drinking patterns matter when assessing CRC risk.
For gastroenterologists, the key...
02/11/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
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
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

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Quiz
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
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
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
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
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
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
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