GIE Author Interview Series |
Eisen Introduction

Editor in Chief Glenn Eisen introduces GIE's Author Interview Series.
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New Features

Editor in Chief Glenn Eisen launches his editorship of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, describing new features and the planned changes for the journal.
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March 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 3)

Author John Vargo discusses his article, "Multicenter comparison of the interobserver agreement of standard EUS scoring and Rosemont classification for diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis," Senior Associate Editor Ian Gralnek. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 3)

Author Aaron Small discusses his article, "Endoscopic placement of self-expandable metal stents for malignant colonic obstruction: long-term outcomes and complication factors," Associate Editor John Vargo. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 3)

Author Sripathi Kethu discusses his paper, "ERCP cannulation and sphincterotomy devices," Editor in Chief Glenn Eisen. Disclaimer View Abstract
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February 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 2)

Author Bret Spier discusses his article, "Colonoscopy training in gastroenterology fellowships: determining competence," Associate Editor John Inadomi. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 1)

Author Robert E. Schoen discusses his article, "Ongoing colorectal cancer risk despite surveillance colonoscopy: the Polyp Prevention Trial Continued Follow-up Study," with Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 1)

Author Glenn Eisen discusses his article, "Age- and sex-specific yield of Barrett's esophagus by endoscopy indication," Senior Associate Editor Ian Gralnek. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 1)

Author Ronnie Fass discusses his article, "Upper GI tract findings in patients with heartburn in whom proton pump inhibitor treatment failed versus those not receiving antireflux treatment," Editor in Chief Glenn Eisen. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 1)

Author William R. Brugge discusses his article,"Diagnosis of pancreatic neoplasia with EUS and FNA: a report of accuracy," Senior Associate Editor Ian Gralnek. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2010 (Vol. 71, Issue 1)

Author William R. Brugge discusses his article, "Feasibilty of endoscopic transesophageal thoracic sympathectomy," Senior Associate Editor Ian Gralnek. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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December 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 6)
Dr. Michelle Anderson discusses an ASGE Guideline, "Management of antithrombotic agents for endoscopic procedures." View Abstract
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December 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 6)
Author Sri Komanduri discusses his article, "Use of a new jumbo forceps improves tissue acquisition of Barrett's esophagus surveillance biopsies," Journal CME Editor Todd Baron. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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December 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 6)
Author Uzma D. Siddiqui discusses her article, "EUS-guided FNA of solid pancreatic masses: a prospective, randomized trial comparing 22-gauge and 25-gauge needles," with Associate Editor John Vargo. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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November 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 5)
Author Lauren B. Gerson discusses her article, "Screening for Barrett's esophagus in asymptomatic women," with Fellows' Corner Editor Juan Carlos Bucobo. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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November 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 5)
Author Shayan Irani discusses his article, "Papillectomy for ampullary neoplasm: results of a single referral center over a 10-year period," with Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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October 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 4)
Author John Dumont discusses his article, "An open-label, prospective trial of cryospray ablation for Barrett's esophagus high-grade dysplasia and early esophageal cancer in high-risk patients," Associate Editor Lawrence J. Brandt. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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October 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 4)
Author John DeWitt discusses his article, "EUS-guided ethanol versus saline solution lavage for pancreatic cysts: a randomized, double-blind study," Editorial Review Board Member Dr. Jonathan M. Buscaglia. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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October 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 4)
Author Field F. Willingham discusses his article, "Natural orifice versus conventional laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy in a porcine model: a randomized, controlled trial," Associate Editor Glenn Eisen. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 3)
Author Irving Waxman discusses his article, "Advanced pathology under squamous epithelium on initial EMR specimens in patients with Barrett's esophagus and high-grade dysplasia or intramucosal carcinoma: implications for surveillance and endotherapy management," Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 3)
Author Ashwin Ananthakrishnan discusses his article, "Higher hospital volume is associated with lower mortality in acute nonvariceal upper-GI hemorrhage," Editorial Review Board Member Dr. Jonathan M. Buscaglia. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 3)
Author Christopher C. Thompson discusses his article, "Treatment of weight regain after gastric bypass surgery when using a new endoscopic platform: initial experience and early outcomes," Associate Editor John Inadomi. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 3)
Author Douglas Howell discusses his article, "Comparative performance of uncoated, self-expanding metal biliary stents of different designs in 2 diameters: final results of an international multicenter, randomized, controlled trial," Editor in Chief Dr. George Triadafilopoulos. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 3)
Author Joseph W. Leung discusses his article, "A randomized, controlled comparison of warm water infusion in lieu of air insufflation versus air insufflation for aiding colonoscopy insertion in sedated patients undergoing colorectal cancer screening and surveillance," Associate Editor for Focal Points Lawrence J. Brandt. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 3)
Author Kanwar Rupinder S. Gill discusses his article, "Magnetic resonance imaging compatibility of endoclips," Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 2)
Author John T. Maple discusses his article, "Carbon dioxide insufflation during ERCP for reduction of postprocedure pain: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial," Editor in Chief Dr. George Triadafilopoulos. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 2)
Author Michel Kahaleh discusses his article, "Temporary placement of fully covered self-expandable metal stents in benign biliary strictures: midterm evaluation," Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 2)
Author Evan S. Dellon discusses his article, "Effect of GI endoscopy nurse experience on screening colonoscopy outcomes," Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 2)
Author Mouen Khashab discusses his article, "Incidence and predictors of 'late' recurrences after endoscopic piecemeal resection of large sessile adenomas," Associate Editor Glen Eisen. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 2)
Author Shyam Varadarajulu discusses his article, "EUS-guided radiofrequency ablation with a prototype electrode array system in an animal model," Associate Editor John Inadomi Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 2)
Author Samuel A. Giday discusses his article, "Successful diagnostic and therapeutic intrauterine fetal interventions by natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery," Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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July 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 1)
Author Banke Agarwal discusses his article, "EUS/EUS-FNA for suspected pancreatic cancer: influence of chronic pancreatitis and clinical presentation with or without obstructive jaundice on performance characteristics," Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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July 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 1)
Author Danny A. Sherwinter discusses his article, "Feasibility study of natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery inguinal hernia repair," Journal CME Editor Todd Baron. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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July 2009 (Vol. 70, Issue 1)
Author Eun J. Shin discusses his article, "Omentoplasty for gastrotomy closure after natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery procedures," Editor in Chief George Triadafilopoulos. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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June 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 7)
Author Riad R. Azar discusses his article, "Routine positron emission tomography does not alter nodal staging in patients undergoing EUS-guided FNA for esophageal cancer," Journal CME Editor Todd Baron. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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June 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 7)
Author Lyndon V. Hernandez discusses his article, "EUS-based criteria for the diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis: the Rosemont classification," Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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June 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 7)
Author Yume P. Nguyen discusses her article, "Reliability of gross visual assessment of specimen adequacy during EUS-guided FNA of pancreatic masses," Associate Editor Lauren B. Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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May 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 6)
Author Lauren B. Gerson discusses her article, "Risk factors for the detection of Barrett's esophagus in patients with erosive esophagitis," with Associate Editor for Focal Points Lawrence J. Brandt. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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May 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 6)
Author Steven A. Edmundowicz discusses his article, "Diagnosis and management of GI stromal tumors by EUS-FNA: a survey of opinions and practices of endosonographers," with Journal CME Editor Todd Baron. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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May 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 6)
Author Asif Khalid discusses his article, "Pancreatic endocrine tumor EUS-guided FNA DNA microsatellite loss and mortality," with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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May 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 6)
Author Todd H. Baron discusses his article, "A comparison of direct endoscopic necrosectomy with transmural endoscopic drainage for the treatment of walled-off pancreatic necrosis," with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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May 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 6)
Author Asif Khalid discusses his article, "Pancreatic cyst fluid DNA analysis in evaluating pancreatic cysts: a report of the PANDA study," with Associate Editor Lauren B. Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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April 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 4)
Author Jonathan M. Buscaglia discusses his article, “Awareness of guidelines and trends in the management of suspected pancreatic cystic neoplasms: survey results among general gastroenterologists and EUS specialists,” with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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April 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 4)
Author Julia K. LeBlanc discusses her article, “A prospective randomized trial of 1 versus 2 injections during EUS-guided celiac plexus block for chronic pancreatitis pain,” with Journal CME Editor Todd Baron. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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April 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 4)
Author Evan S. Dellon discusses his article, “The use of carbon dioxide for insufflation during GI endoscopy: a systematic review,” with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March (Vol. 69, Issue 3)
Author Loren Laine discusses his article, “Foreign-body ingestion: characteristics and outcomes in a lower socioeconomic population with predominantly intentional ingestion” with Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March (Vol. 69, Issue 3)
Author Felix W. Leung discusses his article, “Impact of a novel water method on scheduled unsedated colonoscopy in U.S. veterans” with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March (Vol. 69, Issue 3S)
Author Audrey H. Calderwood discusses her article, “The Boston bowel preparation scale: a valid and reliable instrument for colonoscopy-oriented research,” with Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March (Vol. 69, Issue 3S)
Author Riad R. Azar discusses his article, “Stenting for malignant colonic obstruction: a comparison of efficacy and complications in colonic versus extracolonic malignancy,” with Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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March (Vol. 69, Issue 3S)
Author David A. Lieberman discusses his article, “Assessment of the quality of colonoscopy reports: results from a multicenter consortium,” with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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February 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 2)
Author Patrick Yachimski discusses his article, "Patient predictors of histopathologic response after photodynamic therapy of Barrett's esophagus with high-grade dysplasia or intramucosal carcinoma," with Fellows' Corner Editor Jonathan M. Buscaglia. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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February 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 2)
Author David Kastenberg discusses his article, "A validation study of 3 grading systems to evaluate small-bowel cleansing for wireless capsule endoscopy: a quantitative index, a qualitative evaluation, and an overall adequacy assessment," with Fellows' Corner Editor Jonathan M. Buscaglia. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 1)
Author B. Joseph Elmunzer discusses his article, "EUS in localizing safe alternate access sites for natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery: initial experience in a porcine model," with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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January 2009 (Vol. 69, Issue 1)
Author Riad R. Azar discusses his article, "Wire-assisted access sphincterotomy of the minor papilla," with Associate Editor Lawrence Brandt. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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December 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 6)
Author Peter V. Draganov discusses his article, "Prospective evaluation of adverse reactions to iodine-containing contrast media after ERCP" with Senior Associate Editor Steven Edmundowicz. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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November 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 5)
Author Lauren Gerson discusses her article, "Cost-effectiveness analysis of management strategies for obscure GI bleeding" with Associate Editor G. S. Raju. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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October 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 4)
Author Irving Waxman discusses his article, "Resource-intensive endoscopic procedures: do the dollars make sense?" with Editor George Triadafilopoulos. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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September 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 3)
Author Daniel J. Pambianco discusses his article, "An assessment of computer-assisted personalized sedation: a sedation delivery system to administer propofol for gastrointestinal endoscopy" with Associate Editor John M. Inadomi. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 2)
Author Christopher Gostout discusses his article, "Endoscopic "no hole" full-thickness biopsy of the stomach to detect myenteric ganglia" with Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 2)
Author B. Joseph Elmunzer discusses his article, "Jumbo forceps are superior to standard large-capacity forceps in obtaining diagnostically adequate inflammatory bowel disease surveillance biopsy specimens" with Associate Editor Glenn Eisen. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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August 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 2)
Author Gottumukkala Raju discusses his article, "Endoscopic closure of colon perforation compared to surgery in a porcine model: a randomized controlled trial (with videos)" with Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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July 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 1)
Author Francisco Ramirez discusses his article, "Screening of Barrett's esophagus with string-capsule endoscopy: a prospective blinded study of 100 consecutive patients using histology as the criterion standard" with Associate Editor Lauren Gerson. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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July 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 1)
Author Robert Ganz discusses his article, "Circumferential ablation of Barrett's esophagus that contains high-grade dysplasia: a U.S. multicenter registry" with Associate Editor Lawrence Brandt. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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July 2008 (Vol. 68, Issue 1)
Author Sergey V. Kantsevoy discusses the article, "Flexible transgastric peritoneoscopy and liver biopsy: a feasibility study in human beings (with videos)" with Editor George Triadafilopoulos. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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June 2008 (Vol. 67, Issue 6)
Author Jennifer Lightdale discusses her article, "Efficiency of propofol versus midazolam and fentanyl sedation at a pediatric teaching hospital: a prospective study" with Associate Editor G. S. Raju. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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June 2008 (Vol. 67, Issue 6)
Author Robert Schoen discusses his article, "The natural history of aberrant crypt foci" with Editorial Board Chair Michael Kochman. Disclaimer Conflict of Interest View Abstract
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