Doctor Gumustop Named Doctor of the Year

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 technology development. He currently serves on the board of St. Peter’s Surgery and Endoscopy Center, is Chief of Gastroenterology at St. Peter’s Hospital and a member of the board of IHANY (Innovative Health Alliance of New York).

Dr. Gumustop has been practicing gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy at Albany Gastroenterology Consultants since 2001.

Albany Gastroenterology Consultants is a dedicated supporter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and the work they do to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improve the quality of life for people affected by these diseases. We are so proud of Dr. Gumustop and this wonderful honor.

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