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Expert Insights
Gut Check: Benjamin Lebwohl, MD, on Celiac Disease
07/30/2026
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Benjamin Lebwohl
Dr Brian Lacy hosts celiac disease expert Dr Benjamin Lebwohl to explain the prevalence of the disease, the complexities of accurate diagnosis, and the importance of not relying on symptoms alone.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts celiac disease expert Dr Benjamin Lebwohl to explain the prevalence of the disease, the complexities of accurate diagnosis, and the importance of not relying on symptoms alone.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts celiac...
07/30/2026
Gastroenterology
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Expert Insights
Gut Check: Philip Okafor, MD, on Disparities in GI Health Care
06/29/2026
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Philip Okafor, MD
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Philip Okafor for a discussion about health disparities in gastroenterology, including defining health disparities, health equality, and health equity, the populations most affected by disparities, and some potential...
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Philip Okafor for a discussion about health disparities in gastroenterology, including defining health disparities, health equality, and health equity, the populations most affected by disparities, and some potential...
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Philip...
06/29/2026
Gastroenterology
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Expert Insights
Gut Check: Jacqueline Squire, MD, on the Gastric Impacts of MCAS
06/19/2026
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Jacqueline Squire, MD
Drs Jacqueline Squire and Brian Lacy review the challenges of accurately diagnosing mast cell activation syndrome, how it affects the gastrointestinal and other organ systems, and how best to treatment this relatively rare and often...
Drs Jacqueline Squire and Brian Lacy review the challenges of accurately diagnosing mast cell activation syndrome, how it affects the gastrointestinal and other organ systems, and how best to treatment this relatively rare and often...
Drs Jacqueline Squire and Brian...
06/19/2026
Gastroenterology
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Gut Check: Andree Koop, MD, on Noncardiac Chest Pain
06/11/2026
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Andree Koop, MD
In the latest Gut Check podcast, Drs. Brian Lacy and Andree Koop talk about noncardiac chest pain, a common condition that often send patients to emergency departments or primary care and from there to the care of gastroenterologists.
In the latest Gut Check podcast, Drs. Brian Lacy and Andree Koop talk about noncardiac chest pain, a common condition that often send patients to emergency departments or primary care and from there to the care of gastroenterologists.
In the latest Gut Check podcast,...
06/11/2026
Gastroenterology
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Expert Insights
Gut Check: Darren Brenner, MD, on Bloating and Distention
03/16/2026
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Darren Brenner, MD
In this episode of Gut Check, host Brian Lacy, MD, and guest Dr Darren Brenner discuss the common symptoms of gas, distension, and bloating--what distinguishes each from the others, possible causes, and how to treat these prevalent...
In this episode of Gut Check, host Brian Lacy, MD, and guest Dr Darren Brenner discuss the common symptoms of gas, distension, and bloating--what distinguishes each from the others, possible causes, and how to treat these prevalent...
In this episode of Gut Check,...
03/16/2026
Gastroenterology
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Integrative Therapy
Gut Check: Jami Kinnucan, MD, on Cannabis Use Among GI Patients
01/25/2026
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Jami Kinnucan, MD
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Jami Kinnucan to discuss the pros and cons of using cannabis to treat some symptoms of gastrointestinal diseases.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Jami Kinnucan to discuss the pros and cons of using cannabis to treat some symptoms of gastrointestinal diseases.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Jami...
01/25/2026
Gastroenterology
Brian Lacy
Conference Coverage
Brian Lacy, MD, on Functional Dyspepsia and Gastroparesis
10/27/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Dr Lacy reviews his presentation from the ACG conference on the challenges of distinguishing functional dyspepsia and gastroparesis and finding the best treatments for these conditions.
Dr Lacy reviews his presentation from the ACG conference on the challenges of distinguishing functional dyspepsia and gastroparesis and finding the best treatments for these conditions.
Dr Lacy reviews his presentation...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
Christopher Velez
Conference Coverage
Christopher Velez, MD, on SIBO
10/27/2025
Christopher Velez, MD
Dr Velez discusses his presentation on the who, the what, and the when to treat issues around small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.
Dr Velez discusses his presentation on the who, the what, and the when to treat issues around small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.
Dr Velez discusses his...
10/27/2025
Gastroenterology
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Podcast
Gut Check: Vivek Kumbari, MD, on Third Space Endoscopy
09/23/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD
Dr Vivek Kumbari and Dr Brian Lacy discuss the evolution of third-space endoscopy and how it has enabled quicker, simpler and safer procedures throughout the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the potential future of endoscopy as primarily a...
Dr Vivek Kumbari and Dr Brian Lacy discuss the evolution of third-space endoscopy and how it has enabled quicker, simpler and safer procedures throughout the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the potential future of endoscopy as primarily a...
Dr Vivek Kumbari and Dr Brian...
09/23/2025
Gastroenterology
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Podcast
Dr Micheal Tadros on GLP-1 Agonists in Gastroenterology
05/28/2025
Brian E. Lacy, PhD, MD; Micheal Tadros, MD
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Micheal Tadros in a discussion of the increasing use of glucagon-like receptor 1 agonists and how use of these drugs can affect the gastro intestinal system for positively and negatively.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Micheal Tadros in a discussion of the increasing use of glucagon-like receptor 1 agonists and how use of these drugs can affect the gastro intestinal system for positively and negatively.
Dr Brian Lacy hosts Dr Micheal...
05/28/2025
Gastroenterology

News

News
GI Symptoms More Prevalent Among Hospitalized COVID+ Patients
02/03/2022
A recent study found that the prevalence of gastrointestinal symptoms in patients hospitalized for COVID-19 is higher than has been previously reported.
A recent study found that the prevalence of gastrointestinal symptoms in patients hospitalized for COVID-19 is higher than has been previously reported.
A recent study found that the...
02/03/2022
Gastroenterology
FDA Approval
FDA Approves SimpleScreen CRC Blood Test for U.S. Colorectal Cancer Screening
07/28/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
FDA approval was based on results of PREEMPT CRC, a prospective clinical validation study that enrolled more than 48,000 asymptomatic, average-risk adults between the ages of 45 and 85.
FDA approval was based on results of PREEMPT CRC, a prospective clinical validation study that enrolled more than 48,000 asymptomatic, average-risk adults between the ages of 45 and 85.
FDA approval was based on...
07/28/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
GLP-1 RAs Linked to Lower Risk of Hepatic Complications in MASLD and T2D
06/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A real-world cohort study found that patients with MASLD and type 2 diabetes who were not using GLP-1 RAs had a signficantly higher rate of hepatic complications compared to patients receiving GLP-1 therapy.
A real-world cohort study found that patients with MASLD and type 2 diabetes who were not using GLP-1 RAs had a signficantly higher rate of hepatic complications compared to patients receiving GLP-1 therapy.
A real-world cohort study found...
06/11/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Insights
IBS-C Microbiome Signatures Offer Insights Into Parkinson’s-Related Constipation
06/09/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
New research highlights important similarities and differences between IBS-C and Parkinson’s disease–associated constipation.
New research highlights important similarities and differences between IBS-C and Parkinson’s disease–associated constipation.
New research highlights...
06/09/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
Colonoscopy Associated With Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk in Adults Aged 40–49 Years
06/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Investigators observed a lower cumulative incidence of CRC among individuals who underwent colonoscopy across both age groups studied.
Investigators observed a lower cumulative incidence of CRC among individuals who underwent colonoscopy across both age groups studied.
Investigators observed a lower...
06/03/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Insights
Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Survivors Report Persistent Sexual Health Challenges
05/27/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
A new study adds to growing evidence that sexual and reproductive health issues are common yet frequently overlooked among younger colorectal cancer survivors.
A new study adds to growing evidence that sexual and reproductive health issues are common yet frequently overlooked among younger colorectal cancer survivors.
A new study adds to growing...
05/27/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
Synchronous Colon Cancer Not Associated With Worse Survival in Stage I–III Disease
05/27/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The findings provide reassurance regarding prognosis in patients presenting with multiple primary tumors.
The findings provide reassurance regarding prognosis in patients presenting with multiple primary tumors.
The findings provide reassurance...
05/27/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
High Rehospitalization and Mortality Rates Persist After ICI-Associated Colitis
05/06/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Rehospitalization remained common among patients who experienced immune checkpoint inhibitor-associated colitis, indicating that adverse effects often persist beyond ICI exposure.
Rehospitalization remained common among patients who experienced immune checkpoint inhibitor-associated colitis, indicating that adverse effects often persist beyond ICI exposure.
Rehospitalization remained...
05/06/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Highlights
MAPI Offers New Biomarker in Screening for MetALD and ALD
04/23/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
MetALD-ALD Prediction Index (MAP) proved to be the top-performing model among all commonly used indirect alcohol biomarkers.
MetALD-ALD Prediction Index (MAP) proved to be the top-performing model among all commonly used indirect alcohol biomarkers.
MetALD-ALD Prediction Index...
04/23/2026
Gastroenterology
News
Lifetime Alcohol Intake Linked to Colorectal Cancer Risk
02/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
For gastroenterologists, the key takeaway is that cumulative alcohol exposure and long-term drinking patterns matter when assessing CRC risk.
For gastroenterologists, the key takeaway is that cumulative alcohol exposure and long-term drinking patterns matter when assessing CRC risk.
For gastroenterologists, the key...
02/11/2026
Gastroenterology
Research Review
New Meta-Analysis Highlights Burden of MASLD Among IBD Patients
02/03/2026
Rebecca Mashaw
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from more than 1.5 million individuals, providing the most extensive evidence yet on MASLD’s prevalence and associated factors in patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The study draws on data from...
02/03/2026
Gastroenterology

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