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GI & Endoscopy
March 2015 Vol. 2015 No. 1
FEATURES
1 The Evolution of Colonoscopy: The Past, Present and Future of GI's Mainstay Procedure
1 Preparing for Potential GI Payment Cuts: 3 Quick Tips
1 19 GI/Endoscopy Company Updates to Know
9 Changing Perspectives: One Gastroenterologist's Switch to a Different Brand of
Endoscope
11 Dr. Adam Mezoff: How to Successfully Juggle Physician Leadership Roles
11 Do Patients Consider Quality Metrics When Selecting a Gastroenterologist?
Physician Spotlight
12 7 Gastroenterologists Leading GI Mega-Practices
12 GI Physician Leader in the Spotlight: Dr. Lawrence Kosinski
17 23 Gastroenterologists Making Headlines
18 Valeant to Acquire Salix Pharmaceuticals for $14.5B: 5 Things to Know
18 Value-Based Modifiers: 33% of Large Physician Groups Face 2015 Penalties
18 11 of the Most Important Things Physician Owners Need to Know About Their ASC
20 Is Sending Removed Polyps for Pathological Examination Still Necessary?
5 Things to Know
20 GI Physicians Looking for New Practice Revenue Avenues: 10 Statistics
GI Company & Technology News
22 4 Thoughts on GI Innovation From Phil Doyle of Olympus
GI Company & Technology News
23 6 Key Points on How Healthcare Reform Impacts Patient Volume
23 Advertising Index
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