Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) has become a major cause of upper gastrointestinal morbidity in children and adults. A study in the April issue of CGH estimates the prevalence of EoE in the United States. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Evan S. Dellon

An “Advances in Translational Science” article in the March issue of CGH looks at the future of DNA testing and molecular screening for colon cancer. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. John M. Carethers of the University of Michigan Dept of Medicine

An article in the February issue of CGH offers a primer for gastroenterologists on the use of new anticoagulant and antiplatelet agents. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Geoffrey M. Forbes

A phase 2 study in the January 2014 issue of CGH investigated the efficacy of allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cells in patients with luminal Crohn's disease. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks with author Dr. Geoffrey M. Forbes

A study in the December CGH finds that constipation and a low-fiber diet are not associated with diverticulosis. A related "Perspectives in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology" article reconsiders conventional wisdom about diverticular disease.

A review in the November issue of CGH provides a practical guide to evaluation and management of pregnant patients with abnormal liver chemistries or function. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to Dr. Mary E. Rinella

Two related articles appear in the October issue of CGH: "Methods for Diagnosis of Bile Acid Malabsorption in Clinical Practice” and “Bowel Functions, Fecal Unconjugated Primary and Secondary Bile Acids, and Colonic Transit in Patients With IBS.”

An article in the September issue of CGH summarizes the pathophysiology of hemostasis in liver disease, describes pros and cons of lab tests for those patients, and outlines the optimal management of hemostasis for various clinical scenarios.

An article in the August CGH discusses the dangers and advantages physicians should consider when utilizing the internet and social media in their medical practices or private communications. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to Dr. Andrew D. Feld.

A study in the July issue of CGH compares the colonic microbiome and volatile organic compound metabolome of obese nonalcoholic fatty liver disease patients with that of healthy-weight individuals.  Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to the senior author of the study, Dr. Kevin P. Rioux of the University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Plus, summaries of top stories from this month's issue of GI and Hepatology News.