Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology

01/16/2026

Outstanding Mentor Chamil Codipilly M.D: devoted to your care 💙

01/14/2026

Hey there! No need to worry if you bump into these cute little helpers – they're here to make sure you get top-notch care!

That's right, Mayo Clinic is leading the pack with Proxie, the nifty cart-tugging bot. It's just one of the cool ways Mayo is stepping up to get patients what they need, faster than ever!

Over in Rochester, the Gastro teams have started getting a hand from these bots to roll out procedural scopes straight to our endoscopy area, saving a whopping 40,000 steps a day. That means even quicker, smoother care, and plenty of those great grins that make everyone's day. 😄💙

01/12/2026

Have you ever paused to consider the heartfelt commitment that has solidified the Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department as #1 for the past 35 years? Check out a small snippet of what we do below 💙
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The expert physicians within the Gastroenterology and Hepatology practice at Mayo Clinic credit innovation with their ability to treat any serious and comple...

12/19/2025

Bringing a sprinkle of Holiday Spirit and heaps of Friday vibes thanks to Brittney Nelson, our fab new GI leader! 🎄 Ecstatic to have you with us! 💚

12/18/2025

Ready to improve your Gut Health? Check out what GI specialist Dr. Kashyap has to say about this below!
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Resolutions to improve health typically include measures such as more exercise, a healthier diet and stopping smoking. But what about your gut microbiome?

Taking steps to protect and improve it can benefit digestive health and more, says Purna Kashyap, M.B.B.S., a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic who specializes in the gut microbiome and gastrointestinal disorders.

Learn more: https://mayocl.in/4rGneMu

12/17/2025

🚨CELEBRATION TIME!🚨

In the glow of the previous week, the Department of Medicine splendidly hosted their yearly Allied Health Staff Awards banquet. Kari Olson, Amanda Nellaiappan, and Stacy Johansen - three passionate Esophageal R.N.'s - received acclamation for their shining contribution with the Transformation Through Teamwork honor.

Heart and soul were poured into their collaborative efforts by these compassionate nurses, along with their Esophageal colleagues and providers, driving significant enhancements in the Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) pathways, thereby revolutionizing care for Achalasia sufferers.

Their dedication to refining these processes has profoundly improved our patients' health experiences and paved the way for enduring triumph in battling Achalasia. It fills us with immense pride to stand shoulder to shoulder with such a pioneering and empathetic circle of healthcare heroes. Warmest congratulations!! 🎉💙

12/12/2025

GIH Mayo Clinic Rochester has been the #1 GIH department in the world for the last 35 years.

Part of what makes our Division so special is the priority in recognizing excellence. Every week for the last year, team members are recognized by their colleagues and awarded the Extra Mile Award! This award not only makes the recipient feel noticed and appreciated for their hard work, but it also solidifies the feeling of inclusion and unity.

Thank you to our entire team for coming together and recognizing the excellence that comes from this department every day!

💙“Missy this morning stopped what she was doing to assist me in the moment…”

💕“Kaylynn consistently goes above and beyond for the division…”

🫶“Steve discovered a safety issue with the new IV tubing… he quickly alerted safety and supply chain…”

🤗“Olivias exceptional flexibility, dedication, and team spirit have been invaluable…”

12/08/2025

Minneapolis baker “Cake Wars” winner defeats ‘incurable’ stomach cancer.

In 2022, after waking up from an Endoscopy, Ann Alaboud was told that she had stage 4 stomach cancer and nothing could be done.

That’s until she came to Mayo Clinic. Travis E. Grotz, M.D., M.S., is a surgical oncologist specializing in the cancers of the gastrointestinal (GI) system and soft tissues. He believed that with research and a multidisciplinary team, they could give Ann hope.

That started a long and tough journey where Ann often wanted to give up. But as she was trying to prepare her family for her passing she states: “I started crying and said, ‘You know what? I’m going to get better. I can’t die young.”

Through the Mayo Clinic team and Ann’s resolve, the treatments and surgery were a success. 3 years later, Ann remains cancer free.

"Winning 'Cake Wars' validated that I am a pastry chef. I can do anything I want, right?" Ann says. "But having cancer, thinking I wouldn't make it, then coming out OK — that is more victorious than anything."

Read the whole story below!
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https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/minneapolis-baker-cake-wars-winner-defeats-incurable-stomach-cancer/

12/04/2025

A huge welcome to our 2026 GIH fellowship class! 🎉

We’re proud to bring together this remarkable group of trainees committed to advancing patient care, research, and innovation in GI and Hepatology. The future is bright with you all on our team! 🌟

11/23/2025

What a milestone! Congratulations to our colleagues in Liver Transplant!

This morning, Dr. Julie Heimbach and her liver transplant team performed the 4000th liver transplant at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota!

We honor every patient, donor, family, and team member who made this milestone possible. With deep gratitude, Mayo Clinic teams continue to innovate transplant forward—offering hope and healing to patients who once had no other options.

11/21/2025

25 Years of Passion.
25 Years of Excellence.
25 Years of Healing.

Congratulations Konstantinos Lazaridis, M.D. We are a better institution and team with you on board 🎊

11/17/2025

We are thrilled to share that Team Lead of Gonda 9 Endoscopy, Toni Hart R.N., has received the exclusive Laureate award for Allied Health Staff!

This accolade celebrates an individual who exemplifies unwavering dedication, exceptional professionalism and long-standing service to Mayo Clinic. Toni's continual pursuit of excellence, deep devotion, and unwavering integrity have not only seen her surpass her duties with remarkable distinction but also enable her to uplift and nurture the spirits of everyone in her presence. Toni stands as a pillar of trust among her peers, an emblem of hope, and a living embodiment of Mayo Clinic’s core mission and values.

Let's pour out some love for Toni! 💙