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American College of Gastroenterology

The Problem With Medical Specialty Recommendations: Barrett's Esophagus

Dr. Dennis Gottfried | Posted 03.24.2012 | Healthy Living
Read More: American College of Gastroenterology, Gerd, Cancer Screening, Cancer of the Esophagus, Barrett's Esophagus, Health, Gastroenterology, Health Care, Personal Health, Barrett's Esophagus Disease, Esophagus Cancer, Barrett's Disease, Healthy Living News
Dr. Dennis Gottfried

The recommendations of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) concerning screening endoscopy for Barrett's esophagus illustrates how a professional society's recommendations can be self-serving and contrary to best care.

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Colorectal Cancer Screening: Know Your Options

Erin N. Marcus, M.D. | Posted 11.17.2011 | Healthy Living
Read More: Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, Fecal Immunochemical Tests, Cancer Screening, Dave Barry, Colon Polyps, Colon Cancer, American College of Gastroenterology, United States Preventive Services Task Force, Health, Healthy Living News
Erin N. Marcus, M.D.

Screening people between the ages of 50 and 75 for colorectal cancer is so effective at preventing deaths that the USPSTF gives it an "A" rating, higher than breast or prostate cancer screening.

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