Tag Archives: Gastroenterology

Mayo Clinic Researchers Present at American Association for the Study of Liver Disease

November 14th, 2012 - 4:05 pm

Mayo Clinic physicians and researchers will present research at the annual American Association for the Study of Liver Disease, November 9-13, in Boston. The meeting is the largest gathering of hepatologists in the world, providing access to new research, updated treatment … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Lauded as One of Nation’s Best Hospitals in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

July 17th, 2012 - 10:39 am

Mayo Clinic ranked near the top of the 23rd U.S. News & World Report annual America’s Best Hospital list, earning the No. 3 overall spot on its “Best Hospitals” list. Mayo Clinic in Rochester also was rated best in the … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic: Common Blood Pressure Drug Linked to Severe GI Problems

June 21st, 2012 - 9:34 am

To download broadcast quality video and audio about the findings, visit the Mayo Clinic News Network. Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered an association between a commonly prescribed blood pressure drug, Olmesartan, and severe gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Studies Identify Risk Factors in Rising Trend of Liver Cancer

January 3rd, 2012 - 11:04 am

Doctors have known for years that the incidence of deadly liver cancer is on the rise, but what is causing that trend has remained a mystery. Two Mayo Clinic studies published in the January 3 issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Named to U.S. News Best Hospitals List for 22nd Year

July 19th, 2011 - 6:03 pm

U.S. News & World Report has named Mayo to its annual list of “Best Hospitals” for the 22nd year. Hospitals included in the Honor Roll, such as Mayo, are part of a small group recognized for “breadth of excellence,” according … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review

June 14th, 2011 - 9:38 am

On September 8-11, 2011, the Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development will be conducting its Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review course at the Westin Chicago River North in Chicago, Ill. This course is designed for candidates preparing for certifying and … Continue reading →

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New Hepatitis C Medications on the Horizon

May 18th, 2011 - 2:13 pm

After over a decade long dry spell, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two new therapies, boceprevir and telaprevir, for the treatment of Hepatitis C. Both therapies signal a breakthrough in the treatment of Hepatitis C with the … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Studies How Much Practice Makes Perfect When Performing Colonoscopies

May 12th, 2011 - 1:47 pm

A colonoscopy is an invaluable procedure for detecting problems in the colon and rectum. Doctors can often diagnose gastrointestinal issues and even catch the warning signs of colorectal cancer. Perfecting the skills required for this delicate procedure takes practice. But … Continue reading →

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Medical Experts for Media – Gastroenterology and Hepatology

August 16th, 2010 - 3:49 pm

Todd Baron, M.D. Suresh Chari, M.D. Gregory Gores, M.D. Sunanda Kane, M.D. Paul Limburg, M.D. Edward Loftus, M.D. Jayant Talwalkar, M.D., M.P.H. ___________________________________________________________________________ Todd Baron, M.D., a specialist in therapeutic endoscopy Specializes in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), management of severe … Continue reading →

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Medical Experts for Media – Gastroenterologic & General Surgery

August 16th, 2010 - 3:46 pm

Michael Farnell, M.D. __________________________________________________________________________ Michael Farnell, M.D., a specialist in pancreatic and liver surgery Chair, Division of Gastroenterologic and General Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Minnesota Has performed over 800 Whipple operations Extensive experience with vascular resection and reconstruction during Whipple operation Author of … Continue reading →

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