A large real-world study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research found that virtual multidisciplinary GI care can deliver meaningful improvements in patient outcomes at national scale. The analysis of more than 11,000 patients treated across all 50 U.S. states showed that 92.4% reported symptom improvement and nearly 90% achieved symptom control, with most patients reporting minimal disruption to daily life after care.
The study also found that integrating gastroenterologists with dietitians and behavioral health specialists was a key driver of better outcomes. Patients who engaged more frequently with the care team experienced the greatest symptom improvement, while the median wait time for an initial appointment was just six days—far shorter than typical in-person GI access. The findings strengthen the case for virtual, team-based care as a scalable model for managing chronic gastrointestinal diseases and expanding access to comprehensive GI services.