Celebrating Black History Month 2024: African American Pioneers in Medicine

Capital Digestive Care celebrates African American pioneers in medicine.

As we enter Black History Month, Capital Digestive Care is celebrating by honoring many trailblazing African Americans in the medical field. As we reflect on these pioneers in medicine, we’re inspired by their noteworthy accomplishments that paved the way for medical advances and progress, many of which were achieved during segregation or other challenging circumstances. […]

New Cancer Statistics Reveal Concerning Colon Cancer Trends

A young woman with colon cancer in a doctor's office waiting to get a colonoscopy.

This January, the American Cancer Society (ACS) released its newest batch of statistics on cancer in the United States. The report covers how many people are getting cancer, what kinds of cancer are gaining ground, and how many people are dying of cancer – and it paints a concerning picture about colorectal cancer. “My colleagues […]