The Past and Future in Gastroenterology

A mere 30 years ago I was just beginning my residency in internal medicine, and in 2009, I completed my gastroenterology fellowship training. Looking back, I am truly astounded by the advances in knowledge and practice that have occurred in gastroenterology. I am reminded of these advances every day when seeing patients, because virtually every medication I prescribe was developed over this period. Reviewing where we came from also provides a temptation for looking toward what the next 30 years will bring.