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Gastroenterology Associates Adds 10th Physician – Welcome Dr. Devan Patel

September 3, 2024

Dr. Patel joined Gastroenterology Associates on September 3, 2024.

Dr. Patel earned his undergraduate degree in Health Systems Management from Loyola University in Chicago and his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his residency and fellowship training at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis.

Dr. Patel holds memberships in the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), and the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Patel will provide care for patients in the endoscopy center and clinic at Gastroenterology Associates, as well as hospital patients of Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center.

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Rated One of The 12 Best ASCs in North Carolina

May 14, 2024

Gastroenterology Associates Endoscopy Center has been named one of the 12 Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) for colonoscopy and endoscopy in North Carolina by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice.

New Physician Joins Gastroenterology Associates –  Welcome Dr. Laderian

September 5, 2023

We are pleased to announce the addition of Behnam Laderian, MD, to our practice. Dr. Laderian joined Gastroenterology Associates on September 5, 2023.

Screening Colonoscopy Could Save Your Life.

February 27, 2023

As published in the Hickory Daily Record The newest guidelines from the American Cancer Society recommend people at average risk of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45. Previous screening guidelines started at age 50. Studies show rates of colorectal cancer among people younger than 50 are on the rise, according to the American Cancer Society.

Dr. Bradley Zins Joins Gastroenterology Associates

May 2, 2022

We are pleased to announce the addition of Bradley Zins, MD to our practice. Dr. Zins joined Gastroenterology Associates on May 2, 2022.

Endoscopy Unit Honored For Outstanding Quality Measures

December 12, 2021

As published in the Hickory Daily Record Gastroenterology Associates endoscopy unit was recently recognized for outstanding quality measures by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE).

Gastroenterology Associates Practice Marks 25-Year Milestone

September 16, 2021

Hickory Daily Record – September 12, 2021 – Gastroenterology Associates of Hickory marks a major milestone celebrating 25 years in private practice serving western North Carolina as board-certified specialists in gastrointestinal and liver disease.

Dr. Disha Shah Joins Gastroenterology Associates

August 2, 2021

We are pleased to announce the addition of Disha Shah, DO to our practice. Dr. Shah joined Gastroenterology Associates on August 2, 2021. She will provide care for patients in the endoscopy center and clinic at Gastroenterology Associates, and hospital patients with Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center.

New Physician Joins Gastroenterology Associates – Welcome Dr. Mussari

August 1, 2019

We are pleased to announce the addition of a new physician to our medical staff. Dr. Kristen Mussari joined Gastroenterology Associates on August 1, 2019. Dr. Mussari is a native of Pennsylvania where she completed her medical training. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She received her medical degree from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton.

Gastroenterology Associates Marks 20-Year Milestone

June 12, 2016

Gastroenterology Associates celebrates 20 years of serving western North Carolina as Board Certified Specialists in Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease.

Gastroenterology Associates Endoscopy Facility Celebrates 10 Years

November 7, 2015

Ten years ago, Gastroenterology Associates opened the first in-office endoscopy facility in the greater Hickory Metro area to enthusiastic reviews from patients. Today, the majority of the endoscopy procedures for the practice are performed in our award-winning facility.