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Science News for May 18, 2024


Patients seen by female gastroenterologists have significantly less health care utilization than patients seen by male providers

A recent study found that patients seen by female gastroenterologists have significantly less healthcare utilization than those seen by male providers. Female patients, in particular, experience lower rates of emergency department visits and primary care office visits after receiving initial consultations from female gastroenterologists.

SourceDigestive Disease Week·TypeObservational study·DateMay 18, 2024