ACG Magazine - American College of Gastroenterology

Dr. Hass, Dr. Ancello, Dr. Agbim, and Dr. Bhatt discuss emotional intelligence and its role in your practice

Physicians: Lead the Way!

Dr. David Greenwald on the imperative of effective physician leadership during extraordinary times

LAW MIND

Ann Bittinger, Esq., discusses changes to CMS’ Medicare Physician Fee Schedule that may affect take-home pay for those whose compensation is tied to wRVUs

TRAINEE HUB

INTERVIEWING FOR TWO

Section editor Dr. Shifa Umar shares insights from Dr. Lauren Feld on pregnancy and parenthood while interviewing for GI fellowship

ACG PERSPECTIVES

CULINARY CONNECTIONS

ACG “foodies” reflect on the importance of food and diet, both personally and professionally as GI physicians, and share recipes for ACG members to try

Magazine Archive

Spring 2021 Volume 5 no. 1

Leading the Way in Advancing Health Equity

Dr. Sophie Balzora, Dr. Darrell Gray, and Dr. Renee Williams share key insights on the role of ACG members in combatting health inequities and what we can do to continue progress.

Winter 2020 Volume 4 no. 4

Evolution of An Idea: From Functional GI Disorders to Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction

Dr. Douglas Drossman reflects on the shift in approaches to functional GI disorders and the the importance of considering a biopsychosocial approach

Fall 2020 Volume 4 no. 3

Pivot to Virtual ACG 2020 & Leadership Lessons in the Time of Pandemic

ACG President Dr. Mark B. Pochapin and President-Elect Dr. David A. Greenwald share insights on leading the College during an unprecedented year and adapting to the needs of members and the GI community.

Summer 2020 Volume 4 no. 2

Feeling Fine with Fear: Mastering Risk Perception and Decision Making in Medical Practice

ACG Practice Management Committee Chair Louis J. Wilson, MD, FACG, reflects on how physicians can develop a healthy relationship with risk

Spring 2020 Volume 4 no. 1

The Discoverers: Development of the Colon Prep

Dr. John Fordtran shares with Dr. Lawrence R. Schiller a brief history of the development of the colon prep, including the development of the PEG solution GoLYTELY®.

Winter 2019 Volume 3 no. 4

Beyond City Limits: GI Practice in Rural America

GI physicians’ experiences in rural areas make an important imprint on their professional lives and personal perspectives.

Fall 2019 Volume 3 no. 3

Conquering The Prior Authorization Maze

Submitting PAs can be tedious, time-consuming, and anxiety-provoking. Experts off tips on ways to conquer the process and advocate for reform.

Summer 2019 Volume 3 no. 2

Food for Thought

The Low FODMAP Diet: How This Came To Be by Professor Peter Gibson. The intersection of food and nutrition in GI health and disease.

Spring 2019 Volume 3 no. 1

Profiles in Courage in the Fight Against Colorectal Cancer

A Leap of Faith. How Dr. Victor Colon rebuilt in the wake of Hurricane Maria.

Winter 2018 Volume 2 no. 4

The Indispensables

Dr. Paul Kwo, Dr. David Rubin, and a series of experts offer insights on the essential roles of Advanced Practice Providers in GI.

Fall 2018 Volume 2 no. 3

Banishing Burnout and Building Resilience

Dr. Christina Surawicz, Dr. Carol Burke and the ACG Professionalism Committee on physician burnout and wellness, personal and professional prevention strategies, and helpful resources.