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Gastro Broadcast episodes

June 15, 2021 Episode #26: Research Isn’t Only for Academic Medical Centers (how clinical trials can benefit your patients and practice)
Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam talks with Dr. Chris Fourment, CEO of Clinical Research Strategy Group about independent GI practices can develop or improve clinical trials infrastructure, which increases their ability to participate in clinical trials and allows sustainability of research as a practice ancillary.
Dr. Fourment says some practices face challenges in getting buy-in for research and referrals from all the group partners. Other groups are challenged by the path to growth of the research department both geographically and in terms of infrastructure. CRSG has a proven track record in gastroenterology practices and can provide a tailored support option based on individual practice needs.
Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. Fourment to hear how developing a sustainable and scalable infrastructure can allow practices to spend less time on management and more time honing the effectiveness of their research program.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 26
18 min
June 08, 2021 Episode #25: Motility and Healthy Weight Programs with @GutsyGirlMD (with some empowerment thrown in for good measure)
Dr. Lisa Mathew talks with Dr. Supriya Rao of Integrated Gastroenterology Consultants of Chelmsford, Mass. about several programs she helped start within the independent practice outside of Boston.
Dr. Rao takes a multifaceted approach to helping her patient improve their overall health by focusing on weight management, stress, sleep and nutrition.
Dr. Rao is also a tireless advocate for health equity and increased representation of women in medicine. As @GutsyGirlMD on Instagram and Twitter, she talks all things GI and provides encouragement to early-career GI physicians, along with some lifestyle and family stuff as well.
Join Dr. Mathew and Dr. Rao as they discuss all this and more, including Dr. Rao's recent brush with Instagram fame at her dermatologist's office.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 25
21 min
June 01, 2021 Episode #24: Preparing for a Post-Pandemic Screening Surge (and thoughts on long-term career happiness)
Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued a moratorium on elective procedures, including colorectal cancer (CRC) screening.
Dr. Fred Rosenberg talks with Dr. George Dickstein of Greater Boston Gastroenterology about how his practice pivoted to telehealth and remote working and put in place safety measures to protect patients, physicians and staff.
It is estimated that CRC screenings dropped by 86 percent during the pandemic. As things return to normal, and with new recommendations by the by the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force that CRC screening should begin at age 45, Dr. Dickstein shares how his practice is preparing for a potential post-pandemic surge.
Join Dr. Rosenberg and Dr. Dickstein as they discuss how early career physicians can prepare themselves for the changes in GI care over the past year and what may come in the future.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 24
31 min
May 25, 2021 Episode #23: You Say Follow Your Heart, I Say Go With Your Gut (providing guidance for early career GI physicians)
This week, Dr. Lisa Mathew connects with Dr. Peter Liang of NYU Langone Health, a long-time friend and colleague to hear about his work with early career physicians and fellows as chair of the American Gastroenterology Association's (AGA) Trainee and Early Career Committee.
Dr. Liang shares his path to academic gastroenterology and how the AGA is providing resources to young physicians through the Trainee and Early Career Committee and how younger GIs can also become involved through its Young Delegates program.
Join Dr. Mathew and Dr. Liang for some great advice on navigating career choices and how independent practices can approach and attract young physicians to private practice.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 23
25 min
May 18, 2021 Episode #22: Checking in with the Billing and Coding Guru (and his thoughts on the future of independent GI in California)
Dr. Michael Weinstein of Capital Digestive Care checks in with Dr. Glenn Littenberg of inSite Digestive Health Care, the largest GI practice in California, with offices from San Francisco to Irvine.
Dr. Littenberg discusses updates in billing and coding and what the future may hold for independent GI practices in California.
Join Dr. Weinstein and Dr. Littenberg as they discuss what it takes to build a thriving GI practice and what billing and coding trends private practices should pay attention to.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 22
24 min
May 05, 2021 Episode #21: Educating and Advocating on Behalf of IBD Patients and Caregivers (diversity and inclusion are mission critical)
This week, Kevin Harlen talks with Michael Osso, president and CEO of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation about its mission to cure inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and to improve the quality of life for children and adults affected by these diseases.
A recent study which found that Black patients presenting with textbook symptoms of IBD like iron deficiency and chronic diarrhea are significantly less likely to get an appropriate work-up for IBD.
Join Kevin and Michael as they discuss the downstream effects of disparities in IBD and how independent GI practices can help to increase education and awareness about IBD.
Join Kevin and Michael to hear how you can help support the foundation's mission and get involved in improving care and quality of life for people living with IBD.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 21
22 min
April 27, 2021 Episode #20: Patients Aren’t Increments of Care and Units of Cost (Remodeling Health Care to Take Care of the Whole Person)
This week, Dr. Fred Rosenberg talks with Lili Brillstein, CEO of BCollaborative, a consultancy that helps payers, providers, pharmaceutical companies, start-ups and other stakeholders progress the movement from fee for service to patient-focused, value-based care models.
As the director for episodes of care with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Lili provided strategic direction and leadership for Horizon’s internationally recognized Episodes of Care program.
Join Dr. Rosenberg and Lili as they discuss her experience working collaboratively with GI practices in New Jersey and what the future holds for value-based care models in specialty medicine.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 20
30 min
April 20, 2021 Episode #19: The Self-Prescribed Luddite Millennial and the Online Influencer (how to use social media in your medical practice)
Dr. Lisa Mathew talks with Dr. Austin Chiang about his path in gastroenterology and how he has used social media to connect with patients and confront misinformation about medicine.
Dr. Chiang is director of the Endoscopic Bariatric Program and chief social media officer at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia. He is also the founding president of the Association for Healthcare Social Media and published a study that showed a correlation between social media presence and divisional rankings in the U.S. News and World Report annual rankings of hospitals.
Join Dr. Mathew and Dr. Chiang as they discuss how independent GI practices should approach using social media platforms, and how important it is that physicians provide appropriate medical information to address inaccurate information that is being spread online.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 19
21 min
April 13, 2021 Episode #18: How the Hunt for Red October Inspired Better IBD Monitoring (and helped torpedo the total cost of care)
This is one of those episodes you've been waiting for.
Dr. Michael Weinstein interviews Dr. Larry Kosinski of SonarMD about his path in gastroenterology, and what sparked his interest in becoming an entrepreneur.
From developing ambulatory surgery centers and infusion centers, to creating a system that improves the ability to monitor patients with IBD, Dr. Kosinski has done quite a bit in his career as a gastroenterologist.
And judging from his interest in the potential to use sensors that measure organic compounds in the air to track adherence to special diets - it looks like he's far from done.
Join Dr. Weinstein and Dr. Kosinski to learn how picking the best wine may not be that different from picking the best GI group - especially if you're interested in treating patients and creating innovative ways to improve patient care.
When you're done listening, don't miss Dr. Kosinski on The Scope with Dr. K, Weekdays at 4:00 pm ET on the HealthcareNOW Radio Podcast Network.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 18
28 min
April 06, 2021 Episode #17: Remembering the Dark Days of March and April (telehealth was a lifesaver in 2020 and remains a useful tool)
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, Phoenix, Ariz. has experienced several surges in cases, becoming a hot spot for COVID-19 more than once.
This week, Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam talks with Dr. Paul Berggreen of Arizona Digestive Health about how his practice implemented telehealth in the early days of the pandemic.
Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. Berggreen as they discuss their experiences with telehealth, the role it plays in treating their patients, and how telehealth services will evolve in the future.
Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC
Original score by Hayden Margolis
Gastro Broadcast, Episode 17
17 min