In fact, we have radiologists working in our endoscopy unit. Marsha Gottfried, of the pathology department, has faithfully been teaching our fellows each week for many years, and we have considerable interaction with the Department of Psychiatry, given that many psychological issues have GI manifestations. All of our inpatients are now on the same ward, whether they are having medical or surgical treatment. It is more efficient, and allows for more education as well. Liddle notes that most inpatients are being treated for liver disease or being seen through the biliary service.
Inpatients make up only a small proportion of our patient population.
More than 80 percent of the services we offer are done on an outpatient basis. That's how we build our reputation.