Guest Editor: The Endless Potential of Gastroenterology (Outpatient Surgery Magazine)

The article highlights the evolution of surgery, particularly in gastroenterology, from invasive procedures to more precise, minimally invasive techniques. It discusses how the field is embracing innovative procedures like endoscopic submucosal dissection and transoral incisionless fundoplication, which are moving into outpatient settings. The piece underscores the limitless potential of therapeutic endoscopy, driven by the creativity of practitioners, and emphasizes the shift of complex GI procedures to ambulatory surgery centers, reflecting ongoing advancements in the field.