Novel methods effectively manage leaks, fistulas

Todd H. Baron, M.D., describes new techniques for managing post-surgical leaks and chronic fistulous tracts.

Mayo Pancreas Clinic among world's best

Santhi Swaroop Vege, M.D., explains what distinguishes the Pancreas Clinic at Mayo Clinic's campus in Minnesota from other elite centers, including renowned specialists devoted exclusively to pancreatic disease.

Stomach function focus of obesity research

Pharmacological and medical management of obesity have met with little success. Michael Camilleri, M.D., Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, discusses the reasons for these failures.

Laparoscopic pancreatoduodenectomy: Report from a high-volume center

Michael L. Kendrick, M.D., of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, discusses Mayo Clinic's extensive experience with laparoscopic pancreatoduodenectomy.

Esophageal healing resolves some upper airway symptoms

David A. Katzka, M.D., of the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, examines the correlation between esophageal healing and resolution of chronic upper airway symptoms in people with high-grade erosive esophagitis.

Study suggests 140 colonoscopies don't equal competency

Professional organizations have traditionally recommended that gastroenterology fellows perform 140 colonoscopies before assessing competency.