Gastroenterology & GI Surgery
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Innovation in Colonoscopy: Creating a Robotic Solution
Part 1: From concept to first‐in‐human trials.
Asynchronous eVisits Address Routine Patient Concerns
New program establishes eVisit protocol using asynchronous messaging that may address the concern or lead to a more in-depth telehealth or in-person appointment.
How Social Factors Contribute to Telehealth Success
Study sheds light on the influence of social determinants of health on effective telehealth sessions.
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Transplant Patients at Average Risk for Diverticulitis Recurrence
Large database study shows that diverticulitis recurrence risk is not higher in immunocompromised patients with solid-organ transplants.
Fecal Transplant Outcomes in Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s
Synthesis of 12 studies shows isolated benefits of fecal microbiota transplant, illuminates the disease’s multifactorial treatment requirements.
Transplant Excellence Result of Skill, Innovation and Teamwork
Vanderbilt surpasses its previous annual record for solid organ transplants, establishing it as the fifth-largest transplant center in the nation.
Exceptional Growth for Amyloidosis Care
Vanderbilt soars with emerging therapeutics and is the first dedicated amyloidosis treatment center in Tennessee.
Slow-Wave Imaging Shows Pattern in Nausea
VUMC researchers are delving into slow-wave activity to pin down nausea's origins and best therapies.
Disarming the Autoimmune Response in Celiac Disease
New trials aim to block, re-educate or transform components of the inflammatory process.