Tiny Health raises $8.5M for gut microbiome test | Colonoscopy conundrum | Temp loans for Change Healthcare cyberattack chaos
Praveen Suthrum
Cofounder, NextServices | Author, The Shift, Scope Forward | GI Mastermind
Private Equity in GI (MDedge)?
Dr. Paul J. Berggreen and Dr. Michael L. Weinstein present contrasting viewpoints on private equity in gastroenterology.
Dr. Steinberg (Founder of EndoSound): If you could put an ultrasound probe on a finger, couldn't you put it on a scope??(The Scope Forward Show/ NextServices)
Dive deep with Dr. Stephen Steinberg as he shares his groundbreaking journey in revolutionizing EUS technology, its impact, and future.
Tiny Health Secures $8.5M for At-Home Gut Microbiome Testing (HIT Consultant)
This round brings Tiny Health’s total funding to $13M, further fueling the company’s mission to revolutionize gut health innovation.
In response to financial strains on hospitals and medical practices caused by the attack, Change Healthcare is offering a temporary loan program to aid doctors until the systems are restored.
Intelligent Scopes develops AI tool for colon cancer detection(Medical Device Network)
The Helga AI-GEP tool can detect lesions and tissue irregularities in the colon and the upper gastrointestinal tract.
The trends concerning physicians (Becker's Healthcare)
From the artificial intelligence boom to private equity concerns, physicians are keeping their eye on several trends.
The article presents a clinical practice update on polypectomy techniques, authored by Drs. Andrew Copeland, Charles Kahi, Cynthia Ko, and Gregory Ginsberg.?
Low-dose aspirin use is associated with a reduced risk for colorectal cancer (CRC), as confirmed by a large-scale cohort study.
The colonoscopy conundrum (Becker's GI & Endoscopy)?
The article underscores the pressing need for GI practices to navigate?increased demand for colonoscopies, financial pressures due to declining reimbursements, and evolving screening guidelines.
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New ACG Guideline on the Management of Acute Pancreatitis and More in the March Issue of AJG (Newswise)
The issue also includes a guideline released in conjunction with the Society of Abdominal Radiology on imaging in GI bleeding, articles on colonoscopy, IBD drugs in pregnancy, cirrhosis, IBS, and more.
Educational Events to Help APPs Stay at the Forefront of GI Practice (Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News)
The article enlists key gastroenterology conferences for Advanced Practice Providers providing educational and networking opportunities to stay current in the field.
Additional benefit seen for colonoscopy versus sigmoidoscopy (Medical Xpress)
There may be a limited additional colorectal cancer (CRC) screening benefit for colonoscopy compared with sigmoidoscopy, according to a study published in JAMA.
HHS, Justice, FTC launch target private equity investment in health care (Medical Economics)
The federal regulators are seeking information about patient health, worker safety, quality of care and affordability for patients and taxpayers.
Researchers noted the increase in total care costs “is largely predicated on increases in decompensated cirrhosis costs of care,” with annual costs projected to increase by 185% ($6.2 billion-$17.7 billion).
Tokyo startup looks to AI to boost gastrointestinal cancer detection (The Japan Times)
AI Medical Service's artificial intelligence-based endoscopic diagnostic support system is designed to help detect stomach cancer at an early stage.
An AI-assisted image-enhanced endoscopy system was found to accurately assess vascular healing in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) and predict long-term clinical relapse.
Over half (58%) of adults aged 45+ who have had a colonoscopy in the last five years expressed a wish for more information prior to their first colonoscopy, particularly regarding prep medication options and procedure preparation.
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1 年The intersection of private equity, technological innovation, and healthcare delivery is at the forefront of this week's Scope Forward newsletter. Dr. Paul J. Berggreen and Dr. Michael L. Weinstein offer diverse perspectives on private equity's role in gastroenterology, sparking discussions on its implications for patient care. Meanwhile, Dr. Stephen Steinberg shares his pioneering journey in advancing EUS technology, promising transformative impacts on diagnostics. With Tiny Health securing additional funding to revolutionize gut health diagnostics, the landscape of digital health continues to evolve. However, amidst advancements, challenges persist, as seen with the ongoing fallout of the Change Healthcare cyberattack and the complexities surrounding colon cancer detection. As healthcare embraces AI and grapples with private equity's influence, physicians remain vigilant, navigating the dynamic shifts shaping the future of endoscopy and gastrointestinal care. What do you see as the most pressing issue or opportunity in the intersection of healthcare, technology, and finance today?