- Gastroenterology Advisor

Physicians Must Help Patients Evaluate Risk vs Benefit

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When patients are able to articulate their beliefs, it can help them move from making what may have been an unconscious choice into a conscious one.

Practice Management

Disparities in GI Procedures Among Pediatric Patients

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Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Experts discuss disparities in the care of pediatric gastroenterology patients, including the differing rates of gastrointestinal procedures among various groups.

Microbiome

Trust Your Gut: Diagnosis and Treatment of Keto Rash

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Erica K. Flamm, BSN, RN, FNP-S

Author reviews a case of prurigo pigmentosa in a patient following the ketogenic diet and outlines a strategy to diagnose and treat this condition.

General Gastroenterology

Management of Clostridioides difficile Infections After HSCT

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Julie Scott, ANP-BC, AOCNP

This review discusses the importance of an early diagnosis of C diff infection in patients who have undergone HSCT and the recommended treatment options.

Female doctor waving hand while giving telehealth consult

Practice Management

Clinicians Forced to Re-Evaluate Office Practices

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John Schieszer, MA

Developing an effective case management approach should be a key component of any effort to adapt to the changing patient care environment.

Liver

Exploring the Relationship Between Muscle Mass and NAFLD

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Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

The understudied relationship between muscle mass and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is assessed, including expert opinions the topic.

General Medicine

The Pros and Cons of Medical Cannabis: Current Evidence

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Melissa Kalensky, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNE

The widespread use of cannabis and the public perception that it is harmless make screening and patient counseling a priority.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

PI-IBS: What to Look For

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C. Andrew Kistler, MD, PharmD

Given the overall prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome, it is important for clinicians to be able to distinguish postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome from its other subtypes.

Practice Management

The Importance of Equity in Addressing Disparities in Health Care

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David Alfandre, MD, MSPH

Equality assures that everyone receives the same thing, but equity assures that everyone gets what they need.

Stomach Disorders

Bile Reflux: Clinical Considerations

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Andy Kistler, MD, PharmD

Biliary reflux is difficult, yet important, to distinguish from acid reflux, in order to ensure proper treatment for these patients.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Psychological Therapies for IBS

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Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Given the close relationship between IBS and mental health, the use of psychological modalities represents a growing area of interest in IBS management.

General Gastroenterology

Assessment of Antispasmodics Available in North America for the Treatment of Chronic Abdominal Pain

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Vincent Soreca

Researchers reviewed and summarized the safety and efficacy of individual antispasmodics available in North America for the treatment of chronic abdominal pain.

Stethoscope on stack of one hundred dollar bills

Practice Management

Medical Billing Outsourcing Is on the Rise

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John Schieszer, MA

Contracting with outside firms to handle medical billing can be a smart financial move for some medical practices.

Liver

Insights on Improving Care for Patients With NAFLD/NASH

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Vincent Soreca

The American Gastroenterological Association offered strategies for clinical practice, future research, and policy agenda for the treatment of patients with NAFLD and NASH.

Microbiome

FMT: Can It Improve Immunotherapy Outcomes?

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C. Andrew Kistler, MD, PharmD

Further research is warranted to understand the potential ways fecal microbiota transplantations may improve patients’ responses to immunotherapy.

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)

IBD and Obesity: Is there a Connection?

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C. Andrew Kistler, MD, PharmD

One key factor that has developed increasing research interest is the role of a patient’s BMI, specifically those with obesity (BMI > 30 kg/m2), in the development of IBD.

Liver

Increasing Concerns Surrounding Prevalence of Infections in Cirrhosis

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Rita Aghjayan

The natural history of cirrhosis is significantly affected by the increasing prevalence of infections, with strategies for prevention and treatment difficult to compose.