In this episode of the APP Playbook, Tedra D. Gray, a gastroenterology nurse practitioner, discusses the impact of advanced practice providers on the management of Barrett's esophagus. She shares insights on patient education, emotional support, treatment options, and the role of emerging tools like Tissue Cypher in precision medicine for Barrett's esophagus.

This episode was brought to you by Castle Biosciences, maker of Tissue Cypher, a test designed to predict the risk of esophageal cancer in patients with Barrett's esophagus.

Pickleball, a rapidly growing sport, has significant health benefits for gut health, fatty liver disease and overall well-being. In this episode, Robert Strommen, who is owner of the Suncoast Pelicans, a professional pickleball team, discusses how the sport's social interaction and physical activity contribute to improved digestion, reduced inflammation, and enhanced mental health. Additionally, pickleball aligns with the principles of longevity, making it a holistic approach to well-being.

This episode is brought to you by Mindray and Aegle Medical, manufacturer and distributor of the Hepatus-series platform, which is a NexGen vibration-controlled elastography technology used to stage and monitor liver disease.

In this episode of the Innovation series, Dr. Bryan Curtin introduces Dr. Parikh to the Vibrant System, a FDA-cleared, drug-free platform that sends out micro-vibrations through your colon. Dr. Curtin explains its function, activation, patient selection, and treatment schedule. They also discuss contraindications and patient experience.

This episode was sponsored by Vibrant Gastro, makers of the drug-free Vibrant System.