Independence Health System Recognized by Leading Gastrointestinal Medical Society

Latrobe Bulletin: Independence Health System and endoscopy services systemwide have received national commendation by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), a leading gastrointestinal medical society.

Newly recognized with a three-year commendation are the Independence Health System endoscopy units at Frick, Latrobe and Westmoreland hospitals, Laurel Surgical Center and Norwin Surgery Center, all in Westmoreland County. They join the Surgery Center at Benbrook in Butler, which previously earned this distinction. The ASGE program is dedicated to promoting quality in endoscopy in the settings where it is practiced in the United States.

“We are honored to be recognized by ASGE for our efforts to enhance quality and safety in our endoscopy units in Westmoreland County,” said Independence Health System gastroenterologist Rupam Sharan, M.D., about this new recognition for his GI team. “Through ongoing education and continued compliance with program requirements, we demonstrate our dedication to the delivery of comprehensive high-quality patient care which starts with the office team providing patients prompt access for evaluation. The physicians carry it forward by following and reporting ASGE’s national metrics for appropriate endoscopies.”

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