Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a rapidly growing field that uses technology to monitor the health of patients from a distance. In the field of gastroenterology, RPM has been used to improve the management of digestive disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease and chronic constipation. Gastroenterologists are responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases of the…
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Digital Therapeutics in Gastroenterology
Digital therapeutics, also known as DTx, is a rapidly growing field that combines technology and healthcare to provide improved patient outcomes. In the field of gastroenterology, DTx has been used to treat a range of digestive disorders, from inflammatory bowel disease to chronic constipation. Gastroenterologists are responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive…
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making waves in the medical field, with applications in various specialties such as radiology, pathology, and even gastroenterology. In recent years, AI has been used to improve the accuracy and efficiency of endoscopic procedures, leading to better patient outcomes and increased satisfaction. Gastroenterologists are responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases…
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The Age of Digital Therapeutics: A Primer
You’re probably reading this because you’ve heard or seen the term digital therapeutics increasingly pop-up and want to know what exactly it entails. Or, you may be a bit more familiar with the concept but still have questions regarding the depth of what the term actually encompasses. If neither of those apply, you could even…
Traditionally, most doctors work in clinical settings and spend most of their time with the exam table instead of the conference table. However, some physicians have ventured outside of the clinical setting in advisory roles with small and large businesses. Companies are increasingly bringing physicians into their workflow and their voice has become instrumental in…
How do these things connect? With the explosion of venture capital and new startups in healthcare, there is a growing need to for investors to separate themselves from the field. Physicians who are attuned to the technology and innovation landscape are especially valuable in this new era of healthcare disruption. Venture capital companies have talented…
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What is a Physician Consultant?
Physician consultants are becoming increasingly prevalent and increasingly valuable in this day and age. They have an depth understanding of human physiology, electronic health records, clinical processes, including pertinent positives and negatives of medical devices, technology and patient care platforms. “Physician consultants provide expert guidance on best medical practices and are also aware of the latest…