From technology acquisitions to new practices, here are eight partnerships and acquisitions to know that Becker’s has reported on so far in 2024:
Author: Abhay Panchal
The case highlights the tension between healthcare providers’ employment rights and healthcare systems’ business interests, reflecting a broader discussion on the impact of noncompete clauses on healthcare access and physician autonomy. Key points of the article include: Details of the Noncompete Agreement: Dr. Rottenberg’s noncompete clause prohibits him from practicing within a 20-mile radius of his previous CPN locations for two years. This restriction came into effect after he resigned from CPN and was offered a position at Lehigh Valley Physician Group, some locations of which are within the restricted radius. Arguments Against the Noncompete Clause: The lawsuit claims that…
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Oregon House Bill 4130, introduced by state legislator Ben Bowman. This bill aims to close loopholes in the state medical board’s requirement that physician practices be controlled by licensed physicians, addressing the issue of corporate practice of medicine (CPOM). Key points of the article include: Corporate Backlash to the Bill: Despite being a moderate bill, HB 4130 has faced strong opposition from major corporations like Amazon and UnitedHealth Group. These companies, along with the American Telemedicine Association, argue that the bill could disrupt care access and threaten innovative business models in healthcare. Use of…
Computer-aided detection devices (CADe) have been found to improve adenoma detection rates and adenoma per colonoscopy rates. But who benefits most?It might be a broad range of colonoscopists. Lead researcher Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Professor of Medicine and Gastroenterology and the director of outcomes research in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, in New York City, spoke to Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News about her study presented at the 2023 annual meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology (abstract P0549), which found that clinicians improved when using CADe…
The article emphasizes the need for collaborative care in managing MASLD to mitigate its progression and complications, highlighting the importance of a well-versed multidisciplinary team in addressing this complex and prevalent disease. Growing Need for Hepatology Providers: There is a predicted shortage of hepatology providers, with an estimated 10% shortage in 2023, increasing to 35% by 2033. This shortage is concerning given the rising prevalence of MASLD, which affects 35% of the North American population. Clinical Burden of MASLD: MASLD, particularly its more dangerous form, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), is rapidly growing as an indication for liver transplantation. It is…
Private equity has a hand in nearly every area of healthcare, but its presence in each sector varies. Overall, private equity transactions in healthcare dropped 16.2% in 2023 compared to the year prior. Some specialties saw an increase in private equity activity, while others saw a decline. In 2023, there were just 28 private equity deals in the vision sector compared to 71 deals in 2022. Gastroenterology also saw a decrease in private equity deals, with 13 deals in 2023 compared to 26 deals in 2022. Cardiology piqued the interest of private equity investors in 2023 as the speciality saw…
Dr. David Johnson discusses the American Cancer Society’s cancer statistics for 2024, highlighting some concerning trends, especially in gastrointestinal cancers. Key points include: Overall Decline in Cancer Deaths: There has been a significant reduction in cancer deaths since 1991, attributed to decreased smoking rates, early detection, and improved treatments. However, this progress is being offset by rising rates in six of the top ten cancers. Increase in Gastrointestinal Cancers: The incidence of pancreas cancer is rising annually, with a low 5-year survival rate. Liver cancer rates are also increasing, particularly in women, likely due to fibrotic liver diseases. Colorectal Cancer…
Here are the key insights from the information provided about the evolving Helicobacter pylori treatment guidelines: Individualized Treatment Approaches: The new guidelines emphasize the importance of individualizing H. pylori treatment. This includes avoiding antibiotics to which patients have previously been exposed, as less than 40% of clinicians currently assess prior antibiotic exposure. The guidelines reiterate the need for clinicians to individualize therapy, especially in the absence of routine antibiotic sensitivity testing. Changes in Recommended Regimens: Due to increasing drug resistance, particularly to clarithromycin, traditional triple therapy (proton pump inhibitor, clarithromycin, and amoxicillin) is becoming less effective and is recommended against,…
When it comes to the survival of private gastroenterology practice, bigger may be better. Paul Berggreen, MD, chief strategy officer of GI Alliance and president of the American Independent Medical Practice Association, connected with Becker’s to give his insights on the survival of private gastroenterology practices. Question: Will practices have to get bigger to survive in today’s market? Dr. Paul Berggreen: For most of them, the answer is yes. I wouldn’t say for all of them. I’ll give you an example: in Phoenix at Arizona Digestive Health, that’s 65 gastroenterologists, there are still groups of two, three, there’s a group…
Could a robot coupled with AI replace the average endoscopist in the ASC? If so, how many years from now? Dive deep with Dr. Sanket Chauhan, Founder & CEO at Surgical Automations, as he shares his insights on the integration of robotics in healthcare, particularly in gastroenterology (GI). This interview is a fascinating exploration for anyone interested in the intersection of robotics, AI, and healthcare. Highlights: Dr. Sanket Chauhan’s perspective on the future of gastroenterology in the context of robotics is enlightening. He says, “A robot doesn’t make inefficient movements. A robot goes from one point to another which is…