On September 1st, 2023, Gastro Health, a prominent medical group specializing in digestive and liver health, announced the completion of its partnership with Gastroenterology Consultants of Polk County in Davenport, Florida. This marks Gastro Health’s sixth collaboration in the Central Florida region. The Gastroenterology Consultants of Polk County will be joining with one board-certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Devendra S. Kahlon, and an advanced practice provider (APP). Dr. Kahlon and his team are known for treating a variety of gastrointestinal disorders and are committed to providing top-notch, personalized gastrointestinal care to the community.
Joseph Garcia, the CEO of Gastro Health, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, emphasizing the alignment of both teams in terms of patient care. Dr. Kahlon also highlighted the benefits of collaborating with a leader in the field of gastroenterology, noting that the partnership would offer his team advanced technological resources and tools to improve their processes, ultimately enhancing the patient healthcare experience.
This recent acquisition is part of Gastro Health’s ongoing national growth in the specialized gastroenterology sector. Currently, Gastro Health operates in seven states and boasts over 375 physicians across 150 locations, including medical offices, infusion centers, imaging services, and a specialty pharmacy. They also own and operate endoscopy centers in five of these states and provide pathology and anesthesia services.