Albany, NY – January 10, 2023 — Albany Gastroenterology Consultants today announced that it is now offering patients receiving a colonoscopy enhanced screening with the aid of GI GeniusTM intelligent endoscopy module. The GI GeniusTM module employs artificial intelligence (AI) to help physicians detect polyps—a powerful new ally in the fight against colorectal cancer.
AGC was proud to bring a team to participate in this year’s Crohn’s & Colitis Take Steps Walk on May 7th. We had such a great time being back in person to celebrate and support the Upstate Northeastern New York Chapter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation and all the wonderful work that they do.
According to the American Cancer Society, esophageal cancer makes up approximately 1 percent of all cancers diagnosed in the United States annually. As with most cancers, early detection of esophageal cancer is critical and the stage at which diagnosis occurs significantly impacts a patient’s chance of survival.
AGC’s Dr. Jennifer Northrop appeared on WAMC’s Medical Monday on April 4, to answer listeners’ questions related to gastroenterology. The replay is available on WAMC’s website.
AGC’s Yvonne Fuller-Fontenot, FNP-C, presented at the CDPHP 1785 Forum on Living Well with Diabetes. She discussed The Hidden Risks of Liver Disease with Diabetes, specifically, how to prevent NAFD (nonalcoholic fatty liver disease) as well as recommendations for treating it. Watch Now!
The importance of screening for colorectal cancer has become even more apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic. National preventative colorectal cancer screening rates decreased significantly compared to before COVID. While there is still much work to be done, there is hope. With increased colorectal screening and state of the art treatment, we can detect cancer at earlier and curable stages, helping patients lead longer and healthier lives.
Gastroenterologist Shai Posner, MD from Albany Gastroenterology Consultants presented this one-hour, educational health care seminar on the signs and symptoms of GERD, including manifestations such as hoarseness, cough, asthma, cavities, and more. Watch this seminar to learn more and answer many of your questions about reflux. Watch now
Throughout the year, the physicians and staff here at Albany Gastroenterology Consultants hold employee-driven fundraisers in order to donate to organizations that are near and dear to our hearts. Through events such as tag sales, 50/50 raffles and a “Jeans Day” where employees donate for the privilege of wearing their favorite denim to work, AGC …
We are proud to announce that Dr. Bora Gumustop has been named 2021 Physician of the Year by the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Upstate Northeastern New York. Dr. Gumustop will be celebrated at the foundation’s annual gala, “An Evening to Remember” on November 5. Dr. Gumustop’s principal area of interest is clinical/research outcomes and endoscopic …
From WNYT: Crohn’s Disease is an inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract. It can be mild to severe. Crohn’s can occur at any age, but often is diagnosed between ages 15 to 35. As many as 780,000 people may be affected in the United States. One of the big questions …
Dr. Gianotti joins Benita Zahn on WNYT’s Health Beat to discuss Crohn’s Disease Read More »
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