Empower your team with future-ready skills in AI, innovation, and GI leadership — and scale your practice for long-term success.
"Triggered a paradigm shift in my perspective as a practicing gastroenterologist. It broadened my vision, offering a front-row seat to the trajectory of GI over the next 10 years."
- DR. ZUHAIR YASEEN, BEACON HEALTH SYSTEM, INDIANA
The Gastroenterology Landscape is Changing.
AI. Value-based care. Virtual-first practices.
Traditional GI models aren’t built for this future.
GI Mastermind Virtual equips you with the tools, playbooks, and community to not just adapt — but lead.
Whether you're a physician, group administrator, or healthcare founder, this is your blueprint for what’s next in GI.
Join the exclusive, self-paced version of GI Mastermind — the most advanced program for forward-thinking GI professionals.
"When one thinks of educational programs, they are often focused on obtaining, reviewing, or retaining knowledge. GI Mastermind goes well beyond that. The measurement of IMPACT comes to mind. It is immediate and awakening. I have never attended a more real-life, in-your-face, reality check for gastroenterologists.
Future change is exponential. Change is now."
VONDA REEVES, MD, GI ASSOCIATES (GI ALLIANCE)
WHO'S BEEN HERE
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► AI in GI Practice
How to deploy AI-powered documentation, diagnostics, and clinical workflows.
► Business Model Innovation
From fee-for-service to value-based and virtual-first GI group design.
► Practice Redesign
Explore automation, team-based care, and operational efficiencies that scale.
► Mindset for Transformation
Mental models to thrive in complexity and lead during industry change.
"The Mastermind experience is a must for navigating the convergence of technology, innovation and healthcare management. The small-group, unfiltered conversations with leaders from the clinical, technology and business sectors have provided valuable insight into the future of healthcare delivery.
BE PREPARED for a deep, personal and intellectually challenging drive."
DR. DAN NEUMANN, PRESIDENT & CEO, GASTROINTESTINAL & LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TIDEWATER (CAPITAL DIGESTIVE CARE)
"Through GI Mastermind and the exclusive access to business and thought leaders, I have been able to think about GI healthcare with a much wider lens. I feel this has accelerated my ability to navigate the rapid changes occurring in gastroenterology. Well worth the time and effort!!"
DR. STEPHEN AMANN, ONE GI, MISSISSIPPI
GI Mastermind isn't theory. It's based on real transformation stories
You’ll learn from:
Founders of high-growth GI practices and platforms
Digital health innovators redefining patient care
GI leaders navigating AI, M&A, and operational scaling
Key voices from the Mastermind community
New startups have been spun off from GIMM - others expanded.
GIMMers found new roles in digital health companies.
Partnerships with industry resulted in strategic opportunities.
New exponential ancillaries have been created.
New perspective led a health system to negotiate better contracts with payors.
Life transformation by discovering purpose and meaning.
President of GI
Medtronic
CEO
Oshi Health
Associate Dean, Michigan Ross School of Business
CMO for Screening
Exact Sciences
Gastroenterologist & Clinical Researcher, Swedish Medical Center
CEO
Bold Health
CEO
Docbot
Cofounder/CEO
Centaur Labs
Capital Digestive, Founder of Trillium Health
(GIMM' 21)
Gastroenterologist, Vice Chair & Professor of Medicine, University of North Carolina
Gastroenterologist, CMO, SonarMD
Cofounder, CMO, CSO, Geneoscopy
Head, Novel and Emerging Technologies, Takeda
CEO
Iterative Health
Co-Founder & CMO
Tellybelly Health Inc.
Praveen Suthrum is an entrepreneur and widely considered as a healthcare futurist. He co-founded NextServices, a company that helps healthcare businesses thrive through better operations and technology. He also co-founded NovoLiver, a company that helps reverse fatty liver disease through adherence of four pillars (mind, fuel, body, and sleep). Additionally, he runs a mastermind program for gastroenterology leaders and a podcast called The Scope Forward Show.
Praveen has been featured in Forbes, Inc., The Economic Times, The Detroit News, STAT News, Fortune, Fierce Healthcare, Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News amongst other publications. He’s the author of Private Equity in Gastroenterology and Scope Forward - books that have transformed the space of gastroenterology. He has spoken as faculty at all major gastroenterology societies including American College of Gastroenterology, Digestive Health Physicians Association, and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He’s also given keynote talks at retreats of private practice GI groups such as Capital Digestive Care, Borland Groover and Connecticut GI.
He has an engineering degree from Manipal Institute of Technology and an MBA from University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. He also completed advanced yoga teachers training at The Yoga Institute.
Previously, he served on the board of Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes, one of the largest VC-funded diabetic chains in India and as the chairman of the Michigan Ross Alumni Board of Governors. He now serves on the board of Lok Advisory Services (Lok Capital), Advisory board to AGA's Governing Board, and as a finalist judge for the Michigan Ross William Davidson Institute's 2024 Health Tech Global Case Writing Competition.
"Any time I can spend with Praveen, is more than well spent. I always learn from his insights, and am challenged by his thought provoking questions."
DR. SCOTT KETOVER, PRESIDENT & CEO, MNGI DIGESTIVE HEALTH, MINNESOTA
GI MASTERMIND LIVE IN CHARLOTTE, NC
PRAVEEN'S TALK ON THE FUTURE OF GI- ACG 2022 PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SUMMIT
GIMM MEETUP IN VANCOUVER, CANADA
PRAVEEN'S TALK AT ACG 2023 PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SUMMIT
"Mastermind has given me a very different perspective on the future of gastroenterology and how exponential technologies are changing our field and we need to be prepared for the future. Moreover, I've connected with the thought leaders in the field of gastroenterology and beyond."
DR. HARISH GAGNEJA, ACG GOVERNOR OF SOUTHERN TEXAS, AUSTIN GASTROENTEROLOGY (GI ALLIANCE)
"GIMM is a playbook for forward thinking gastroenterologists. With emphasis on leadership, business and digital innovation, it is a great opportunity to meet like minded individuals, brainstorm disruptive ideas and exponential technologies and meet fellow innovators in the GI space. I did the course twice, and both times walked away with so many valuable principles which I think will help me in the years to come.
Lastly, the rich alumni network one becomes a part of is the gift that keeps giving. Keep up the great work Praveen!"
DR. TRETA PUROHIT, MEDICAL DIRECTOR, OSHI HEALTH, SAN JOSE GASTROENTEROLOGY, CALIFORNIA
"GI Mastermind is an eye-opening, inspiring, educating and futuristic course led by a caring and knowledgeable leader. It will instruct gastroenterologists on staying relevant."
DR. CHARLES ACCURSO, MEDICAL DIRECTOR, DIGESTIVE HEALTHCARE CENTER, NEW JERSEY
"Confidentially troubleshoot issues within your practice by using your classmates as sounding boards. Who knows, as a result, you may even garner a role in a growing digital health company, like I did."
DR. ARJUN VENKAT, GI-HEPATOLOGIST, CEO OF NOVOLIVER, OHIO
"I found the program enlightening and helped me think about how to best position our group for the anticipated changes in care delivery using new technology like telehealth."
DR. NARESH GUNARATNAM, CEO OF HURON GASTRO, MICHIGAN
"Participating in the GI Mastermind was a privilege. Diverse stakeholders, an embrace of intellectual curiosity, and a wider aperture are the key ingredients for what makes it the most interesting platform in GI. It was an inspiring experience for me and I highly recommend the GI Mastermind for anyone who thinks regularly about what is around the corner."
DR. RUSS R. ARJAL, CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER, TELEBELLY HEALTH INC.
"If you would like to change the trajectory of your practice and prepare for the trends buffeting the industry, do not hesitate to join Praveen Suthrum and a class of like-minded forward thinkers. Required reading, interactive technology, and a stellar cast of invited guest lecturers round out the impressive curriculum."
DR. ARJUN VENKAT, GI-HEPATOLOGIST, CEO OF NOVOLIVER, OHIO
"GI Mastermind allows you the opportunity to self reflect and challenge your daily process, helping you open up your mind. The group meeting is intimate and welcoming, creating relationships you otherwise may not have formed. It serves as a platform for creativity and insight into the future practice of gastroenterology."
DR. GEORGE SANCHEZ, GASTRO HEALTH
"I highly recommend the GI Mastermind program to anyone interested in GI innovation. Participating in the program feels like getting a glimpse of the future, while also receiving practical advice on how to play a role in shaping that future. As an entrepreneur, it was incredibly beneficial to learn together with forward-thinking physicians and get their valuable perspective on where our industry is headed."
MATT SCHWARTZ, COFOUNDER AND CEO, VIRGO SURGICAL
"GI Mastermind has been some of the best time ever spent. As the GI space rapidly evolves, GIMM provides a forum to exchange ideas with some of the brightest and diverse thought leaders in the GI space on how to thrive and drive catalytic change. Praveen presents the framework to discuss challenges and opportunities while supporting a discussion that is intriguing, inviting and open. He encourages us to take action now. His impressive invited guest list includes his former class participants that have already taken action and have now created companies and products that are propelling the industry forward."
DR. AJA MCCUTCHEN, BOARD MEMBER, UNITED DIGESTIVE, CHAIR OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION, DHPA, VICE CHAIR, AGA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
"Great opportunity to discuss and reflect on subjects you are not able to anywhere else. Praveen brings modern and contemporary ideas that become essential food for thought."
DR. EDWIN LEE, CAPITAL DIGESTIVE CARE
"Having the opportunity to participate in the GI Mastermind was very enlightening. With a cohort of clinicians, administrators and industry leadership, the discussions were thought provoking and constructive. Praveen pushes you to think differently, consider all options and challenge yourself and your teams to be part of the paradigm shifts in GI patient care."
SCOTT LISH, VP, ITERATIVE HEALTH
"My experience at GI Mastermind was an eye-opening experience. It made me re-look at my whole private practice and plans for the next 10-15 years. It made me sit down and think instead of constantly running to the next task and come up with a plan for the future."
DR. RAJAT PARIKH, PRESIDENT, BIRMINGHAM GASTROENTEROLOGY
"Praveen Suthrum's Mastermind course was one of the highest yield educational experiences I've had. GI is a dynamic field, whats true today won't necessarily be true tomorrow. His course prepares you to navigate change."
DR. MICHAEL BASS, MEDICAL DIRECTOR, OSHI HEALTH
"GI Mastermind challenges you to break free from the constraints of traditional thinking and explore new possibilities. Praveen, encourages questioning the status quo and exploring innovative solutions to complex problems. After each session, there is a renewed sense of creativity and purpose. You leave the program knowing what’s next and how to get there."
LAURA VIVIAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CAPITAL DIGESTIVE CARE
"GI Mastermind triggered a paradigm shift in my perspective as a practicing gastroenterologist. It broadened my vision, offering a front-row seat to the trajectory of GI over the next 10 years. This program expanded my focus beyond the tunnel vision of the endoscope, revealing a myriad of new opportunities. Establishing key connections with the brilliant minds in the field has proven immensely beneficial in various aspects. I have personally found it exceptionally valuable and strongly recommend it to aspiring Masterminders of the future."
DR. ZUHAIR YASEEN, BEACON HEALTH SYSTEM, INDIANA
"GI Mastermind is definitely a MUST for gastroenterologists to start thinking outside the box and preparing for the next wave of technology and AI that can change the way we practice medicine forever. Praveen is able to put things into a perspective that really clicks and it opened my eyes as to what is to come and what I could start doing to prepare for the future."
DR. KEVIN TIN, NEW YORK
"A rewarding opportunity for those truly dedicated to exploring and expanding their personal leadership skills. Be prepared for a deep, personal and intellectually challenging dive into the fast moving advances in healthcare innovation and business development."
DR. DAN NEUMANN, PRESIDENT & CEO, GASTROINTESTINAL & LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TIDEWATER (CAPITAL DIGESTIVE CARE), VIRGINIA
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