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http://www.IndyGastro.com Honolulu, Hawaii native, Dr. Ernest J. Orinion serves on the Board of Managers for the Endoscopy Center at St. Francis and as a Physician Facilitator for Franciscan St. Francis Health Indianapolis Endoscopy. He sees patients in Indianapolis, Shelbyville, and Greensburg. A former teacher of Biology and Physics at Cantwell Sacred Heart High School in Los Angeles, Dr. Orinion continues to teach, focusing his energies towards medical education. Annually, he participates in the St. Francis Family Practice Residency Program lecture series speaking on topics in gastroenterology and works individually with family practice residents during GI rotations. Dr. Orinion graduated from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, and spent two years teaching prior to enrolling in medical school. He graduated from the Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska 1998. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center. In 2005 he joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Dr. Orinion is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American Medical Association and the American Gastroenterological Association. His hobbies include golf, hiking, camping, and Indianapolis Colts football which he shares with his wife and children. ---Education & Training--- Loyola Marymount University in 1992 Medical Degree from the Creighton University Medical School in 1998 Internal Medicine Residency Indiana University Medical Center in 2002 Gastroenterology Fellowship in 2005 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Externship at Moi University Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya Physician Facilitator of Team Based Engagement Model, Endoscopy

http://www.IndyGastro.com Bloomington, Indiana native, Dr. Lucas M. Drake, is a member of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee at Community Hospital South. In 2012 Indianapolis Monthly Magazine recognized him as one of the region’s top doctors. Committed to improving the gastrointestinal health and nutrition of his patients, Dr. Drake has published a number of articles. While still in his residency he co-authored an article detailing nutrition in gastrointestinal illness. Two years later he co-authored a nutrition and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) article for the American Gastroenterological Association’s online nutrition toolkit series. Dr. Drake graduated from Indiana University in 2000 and later earned his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency, then his Gastroenterology Fellowship with advanced training in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Dr. Drake joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology in 2011. He is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society and the American College of Gastroenterology. He enjoys his hobbies of travel, golf and skiing which he shares with his wife and children. ---Education & Training--- Indiana University, 2000 Medical Degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, 2005 Internal Medicine Internship and Residency Medical University of South Carolina, 2008 Gastroenterology Fellowship with ERCP training Medical University of South Carolina, 2011 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- University of Utah Therapeutic Endoscopy Course Scholarship, 2009-2010 Top Doctors, 2012

http://www.IndyGastro.com Dr. Jacob’s career is distinguished by his passion for quality healthcare through a number of leadership roles. He is the past President of Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology and a former Vice Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at Community Hospital South also serving as the Chairman of the department’s Quality Assurance Committee. During Dr. Jacob’s presidency, IGH increased its clinical presence in Shelbyville from two to five days per week and expanded its clinical and research partnership with Community Hospital South improving healthcare access for south side patients. Dr. Jacob graduated Cum Laude from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, then attended the Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis. He joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology in 1994. Dr. Jacob is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Society of Gastroenterology Endoscopy. He enjoys an active family life sharing his love of sports with his wife and three children. Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Cum Laude Miami University - 1985 Team Gastroenterologist - Indiana Pacers Top Docs 2014 ---Education & Training--- Miami University in Oxford, Ohio 1985 Medical Degree from the Ohio State College of Medicine in 1989 Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center in 1992 Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center 1994

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http://www.IndyGastro.com Cincinnati, Ohio native, Michael S. Morelli, MD, CPE, FACG is the President of Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology and the Medical Director of the St. Francis Colorectal Cancer Center of Excellence. Central to his practice is his dedication to evidence based treatments for gastroenterological diseases, establishment of outcome measures for ambulatory endoscopic procedures, and development of quality standards for ambulatory endoscopy centers. He has a number of published articles and a book chapter to his credit. As a member of the American College of Gastroenterology’s Practice Management Committee, his objective is to help his fellow members manage their practices. In 2012 he co-chaired the Practice Management Course at the ACG’s annual meeting. Dr. Morelli served on the QIQuIC Endoscopy Unit Quality Metrics Task Force participating in the formation of measurable quality standards for ambulatory endoscopy centers. Later in 2013 Dr. Morelli served on the Yale-CORE Technical Expert Panel assisting in the development of outcome measures for ambulatory endoscopy procedures. For his work in clinical practice, research, service to the college, and GIQIiC, in 2012 Dr. Morelli was named Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology. In 2013 he was named a top doctor in the city of Indianapolis. Dr. Morelli maintains an active clinical practice with special interests in pancreato –biliary disorders, Clostridium difficile diarrhea, and colorectal cancers. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1993. Then, he attended The Ohio State University College of Medicine. He competed his Internal Medicine residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and North Carolina Baptist Hospitals and his gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Cincinnati University Hospital. Dr. Morelli is an avid reader and enjoys travel. He is an active parishioner at St. Jude Parish in Indianapolis. Dr. Morelli also enjoys coaching his children in sports and spending time with them and his wife. He is an avid fan of Notre Dame Football and Cincinnati Reds baseball. ---Education & Training--- University of Notre Dame in 1993 Medical Degree from the Ohio State, University College of Medicine in 1997 Internal Medicine Residency at Wake Forest University in 2000 Chief Resident, Department of Internal Medicine at Wake Forest University in 2001 Gastroenterology Fellowship, University of Cincinnati in 2004 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Fellow, American College of Gastroenterology 2012 Top Doctors 2012, 2014

http://www.IndyGastro.com Linton, Indiana native, Dr. David C. Pound is the President of the Indianapolis Gastroenterology Research Foundation and a member of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Regional Board. He is a member of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Indianapolis Credentials Committee. An active volunteer, Dr. Pound is a Director, the Medical Advisor and Past Chairman for Lifeline Christian Mission and a past Director and Chairman of FAME (Fellowship of Associates for Medical Evangelism). Linton, Indiana native, Dr. David C. Pound is the President of the Indianapolis Gastroenterology Research Foundation and a member of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Regional Board. He is a member of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Indianapolis Credentials Committee. An active volunteer, Dr. Pound is a Director, the Medical Advisor and Past Chairman for Lifeline Christian Mission and a past Director and Chairman of FAME (Fellowship of Associates for Medical Evangelism). Dr. Pound is a nationally recognized gastroenterologist and hepatologist. He has participated in numerous clinical research studies and has contributed to many medical publications. For his work in hepatology the Indiana Chapter of the American Liver Foundation presented him their Salute to Excellence Award in 2005. He was honored as an inaugural Fellow of the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) in 2014. Graduating from Indiana State University, Dr. Pound earned his Medical Degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1980. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship at Indiana University Medical Center (IUMC) in Indianapolis. From 1985 until joining Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology in 1993, Dr. Pound taught medical students and residents at the IU School of Medicine and still serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine. In 1989 he received the Glenn W. Irwin, Jr., M.D. IUPUI Experience Excellence Recognition Award for his work developing the IUMC Liver Transplantation Program. Dr. Pound is a member of a number of organizations including the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease. Since 2009, he has consistently been named one of the region’s Top Doctors. In his free time, Dr. Pound devotes himself to medical mission work. He has led numerous short term medical mission teams in Haiti sometimes joined by his wife and children. ---Education & Training--- Indiana State University, 1976 Medical Degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine, 1980 Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at the Indiana University Medical Center, 1983 Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center, 1985 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Glenn W. Irwin, Jr., MD, IUPUI Experience Excellence Recognition Award for the IUMC Liver Transplantation Program, 1989 Salute to Excellence Award, American Liver Foundation, Indiana Chapter, 2005 Top Doctors 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 Inaugural Class of AASLD Fellows 2014

http://www.IndyGastro.com (EUS) Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography, or ERCP, is a specialized technique used to study the ducts of the gallbladder, pancreas, and liver. Ducts are drainage routes; the drainage channels from the liver are called bile or biliary ducts. If your doctor has recommended an ERCP, this page will give you a basic understanding of the procedure. If you have questions and concerns, please consult your doctor. During ERCP, your doctor passes an endoscope through your mouth, esophagus, and stomach into the duodenum, which is the first part of your small intestine. An endoscope is a thin, flexible tube that lets your doctor see inside your bowels. After your doctor sees the common opening to ducts from the liver and pancreas, he passes a narrow plastic tube called a catheter through the endoscope and into the ducts. Your doctor injects a dye into the pancreatic or biliary ducts and takes X-rays with contrast. How Should I Prepare for My ECRP? Stop eating food and unapproved beverages by midnight the night before your endoscopy. You can drink clear liquids until five hours before to your scheduled endoscopy time. The following are approved clear liquids: water, apple juice, white grape juice, cranberry juice, broth, bouillon, tea, black or sweetened coffee, colas/sodas/carbonated beverages, Gatorade and other sports drinks, popsicles, and Jello. Patients scheduled to go under general anesthesia, including Propofol, must stop clear liquids earlier. Please refer to the specific instructions provided by your physician. What can I expect during ERCP? Your doctor may apply a local anesthetic to your throat or give you a sedative to make you more comfortable. Some patients receive antibiotics before the procedure. You will lie on your left side on an X-ray table. As the endoscope passes through your mouth, esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, it does not interfere with breathing. However, you may feel a bloating sensation because of the air introduced through the instrument. What are possible complications of ERCP? Patients tolerate ERCP well when doctors who are specially trained and experienced in the technique perform the procedure. Although complications requiring hospitalization can occur, they are uncommon. Complications can include pancreatitis (an inflammation or infection of the pancreas), infections, bowel perforation, and bleeding. Some patients have adverse reactions to the sedative used. Sometimes the procedure cannot be completed due to technical issues. Risks vary, depending on why the test is performed, what is found during the procedure, what therapeutic intervention is undertaken, and whether a patient has major medical problems. Patients undergoing therapeutic ERCP for stone removal face a higher risk of complications than patients undergoing diagnostic ERCP. Your doctor will discuss your likelihood of complications before you undergo the test. What can I expect after ERCP? If you have ERCP as an outpatient, you will be observed for complications until most of the effects of the medications have worn off. You might experience bloating or pass gas because of the air introduced during the examination. You can resume your usual diet unless you are instructed otherwise. Someone must accompany you home from the procedure because of the sedatives used during the examination. Even if you feel alert after the procedure, the sedatives can affect your judgment and reflexes for the rest of the day. Please contact your doctor promptly if you have any follow-up questions or if you are experiencing any complications due to the procedure.

http://www.IndyGastro.com Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) for the Treatment of Clostridium difficile (C. diff.) Infection Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) is a procedure in which fecal matter, or stool, is collected from a tested donor, mixed with a saline or other solution, strained, and placed in a patient, by colonoscopy, endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, or enema. The purpose of fecal transplant is to replace good bacteria that has been killed or suppressed, usually by the use of antibiotics, causing bad bacteria, specifically Clostridium difficile, or C. diff., to over-populate the colon. This infection causes a condition called C. diff. colitis, resulting in often debilitating, sometimes fatal diarrhea C. diff. is a very serious infection, and the incidence is on the rise throughout the world. The CDC reports that approximately 347,000 people in the U.S. alone were diagnosed with this infection in 2012. Of those, at least 14,000 died. Some estimates place that number in the 30,000 to 50,000 range, if the U.S. used the same cause of death reporting methods as most of the rest of the world. Fecal transplant has also had promising results with many other digestive or auto-immune diseases, including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis. It has also been used around the world to treat other conditions, although more research in other areas is needed. Fecal transplant was first documented in 4th century China, known as “yellow soup”. It has been used for over 100 years in veterinary medicine, and has been used regularly for decades in many countries as the first line of defense, or treatment of choice, for C. diff. It is customary in many areas of the world for a newborn infant to receive a tiny amount of the mother’s stool by mouth, thought to provide immediate population of good bacteria in the baby’s colon, thereby jump-starting the baby’s immune system. Fecal transplant has been used in the U.S., sporadically since the 1950's, without much regulation. It has gained popularity in the U.S. in the past few years, although experts estimate that total number of treatments to date in the U.S. remains below 500 patients. In late spring of 2013, the FDA announced it was classifying fecal matter as both an Investigational New Drug (IND) and a Biologic, and that only physicians currently in possession of an approved IND application would be allowed to continue performing fecal transplant. This resulted in less than 20 physicians in the U.S. being allowed to perform fecal transplant. There was a groundswell of opposition from physicians and patients, and on June 17th, 2013, the FDA reversed their position, and announced that qualified physicians could continue to perform FMT for recurrent C. diff. only, with signed consents from patients and tested donor stool. This has resulted in more and more physicians beginning to perform fecal transplant, but there are still only limited numbers serving the large population needing the treatment. There are also many patients who do not have a donor to assist them. And there are many patients who have never even heard of this treatment, even though the success rate for treatment of recurrent C. diff. is estimated to be well over 90%. In all documentation, dating back to 4th century China, there has never been a single , serious side effect reported from fecal transplant. Fecal Transplant is a low-cost, low-risk, highly effective treatment. It is not currently covered by most insurance companies, as it is still classified as an experimental treatment.

http://www.IndyGastro.com CRH O’Regan System – Non-Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatment The CRH O’Regan hemorrhoid treatment technology works by cutting off the blood supply to the hemorrhoid, causing it to shrink after the band falls off in a few days. You may not even notice when this happens. • Fewer than 5% of patients have a recurrence within 2 years • Takes less than 1 minute • Less than 1% complication rate — much safer than traditional banding With the unique banding system, you won’t feel pain or need to take valuable time off work and life. Hemorrhoid treatment with the CRH system is even covered by most insurance plans. The CRH O’Regan System is considered more than 99% effective in treating hemorrhoids.

http://www.IndyGastro.com Cincinnati, Ohio native, Michael S. Morelli, MD, CPE, FACG is the President of Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology and the Medical Director of the St. Francis Colorectal Cancer Center of Excellence. Central to his practice is his dedication to evidence based treatments for gastroenterological diseases, establishment of outcome measures for ambulatory endoscopic procedures, and development of quality standards for ambulatory endoscopy centers. He has a number of published articles and a book chapter to his credit. As a member of the American College of Gastroenterology’s Practice Management Committee, his objective is to help his fellow members manage their practices. In 2012 he co-chaired the Practice Management Course at the ACG’s annual meeting. Dr. Morelli served on the QIQuIC Endoscopy Unit Quality Metrics Task Force participating in the formation of measurable quality standards for ambulatory endoscopy centers. Later in 2013 Dr. Morelli served on the Yale-CORE Technical Expert Panel assisting in the development of outcome measures for ambulatory endoscopy procedures. For his work in clinical practice, research, service to the college, and GIQIiC, in 2012 Dr. Morelli was named Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology. In 2013 he was named a top doctor in the city of Indianapolis. Dr. Morelli maintains an active clinical practice with special interests in pancreato –biliary disorders, Clostridium difficile diarrhea, and colorectal cancers. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1993. Then, he attended The Ohio State University College of Medicine. He competed his Internal Medicine residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and North Carolina Baptist Hospitals and his gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Cincinnati University Hospital. Dr. Morelli is an avid reader and enjoys travel. He is an active parishioner at St. Jude Parish in Indianapolis. Dr. Morelli also enjoys coaching his children in sports and spending time with them and his wife. He is an avid fan of Notre Dame Football and Cincinnati Reds baseball. ---Education & Training--- University of Notre Dame in 1993 Medical Degree from the Ohio State, University College of Medicine in 1997 Internal Medicine Residency at Wake Forest University in 2000 Chief Resident, Department of Internal Medicine at Wake Forest University in 2001 Gastroenterology Fellowship, University of Cincinnati in 2004 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Fellow, American College of Gastroenterology 2012 Top Doctors 2012, 2014

http://www.IndyGastro.com Chicago native, Dr. Paul K. Haynes serves as the Medical Director for the Gastroenterology program at Major Hospital in Shelbyville, the Secretary for the Department of Internal Medicine at Franciscan St. Francis Health Indianapolis, and the Vice President of the Indianapolis Gastroenterology Research Foundation. He is a member of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Critical Care Committee and Community Hospital South’s Department of Internal Medicine Quality Assurance Committee. Committed to providing his patients with the most up to date evidence based treatments available, Dr. Haynes maintains an active role in the research foundation. He is the principal investigator of several studies involving the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and gastroparesis. He is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Haynes graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. After earning a Master of Science Degree at Michigan State University, he enrolled in Loyola University’s Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago graduating in 1999. Dr. Haynes completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis in 2005. Later that same year he joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In his free time Dr. Haynes enjoys hiking and camping with his wife and three children. ---Education & Training--- DePauw University 1991 Master of Science from Michigan State University in 1995 Medical Degree from the Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University in 1999 Internal Medicine Residency at the Indiana University Medical Center in 2002 Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center in 2005 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Wensinger Scholarship 1997 Three Achievement Fellowships, College of Arts and Letters, Michigan State University, 1993-1995 Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society “Mentoring Program in IBD for Gastroenterology Fellows” Annenberg Center for Health Sciences, 2003

http://www.IndyGastro.com Kokomo, Indiana native, Dr. J. Scott Buckley is the Medical Director for the Endoscopy Center at St. Francis and serves on its Board of Managers. Additionally, he serves as a Director for the Indianapolis Gastroenterology Research Foundation and as a member of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Credentials Committee. Dr. Buckley’s medical career is distinguished by a number of patient choice and medical education honors. Each year he commits a great deal of time to the St. Francis Family Practice Residency Program proctoring gastroenterology rotations and lecturing on gastroenterology topics. In 2007 he was a recipient of the prestigious Edward N. Micon, M.D. Teaching Award for his accomplishments teaching in the family practice residency program. Dr. Buckley graduated from Purdue University, then attended the Indiana University School of Medicine graduating in 1990. He completed his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency and his Gastroenterology Fellowship in Indianapolis at the Indiana University Medical Center. After completion of his fellowship in 1995, Dr. Buckley joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Dr. Buckley maintains membership in the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He enjoys golf and has an active family life, married with three children. ---Education & Training--- Purdue University in 1986 Medical Degree from Indiana University Medical School in 1990 Internal Medicine Internship and Residency, Indiana University Medical Center in 1993 Gastroenterology Fellowship, Indiana University Medical Center in 1995 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Edward N. Micon, M.D. Teaching Award, 2007 Top Doctors, 2012, 2013, 2014

http://www.IndyGastro.com Gary, Indiana native Dr. Brian G. Sperl is a member of the Board of Managers at the Mooresville Endoscopy Center and a past Treasurer of Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Dr. Sperl enjoys a special interest in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) specifically ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. He also performs ablation of dysplastic Barrett’s esophagus. Graduating with High Distinction from Indiana University in 1979, he enrolled in the Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at Methodist Hospital of Indianapolis in 1986 where he served as the Chief Resident of Transitional Care that year. Dr. Sperl completed his Gastroenterology Fellowship at the University of Louisville in Kentucky in 1988. In 2012, he was recognized by Indianapolis Monthly Magazine as one of the region's Top Doctors. Dr. Sperl is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American College of Gastroenterology and the Indiana State Medical Association. He enjoys hiking and photography in America’s National Parks. ---Education & Training--- Indiana University, 1979 Medical Degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine, 1983 Internal Medicine Internship at Methodist Hospital, 1984 Internal Medicine Residency at Methodist Hospital, 1986 Chief Resident of Transitional Medicine, Methodist Hospital, 1986 Gastroenterology Fellowship at the University of Louisville, 1988 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Graduated with High Distinction, Indiana University, 1979 Top Doctors, 2012

http://www.IndyGastro.com Cincinnati, Ohio native, G. Todd Lemmel, MD is the Vice President of Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology and the Chairman of the Franciscan St. Francis Health Indianapolis campus Internal Medicine Patient Care Committee. His dedication to high quality patient care and his commitment to medical education distinguishes his career. Dr. Lemmel has chaired the St Francis Patient Care Committee for the last decade. He commits a great deal of time annually to medical education lecturing on gastroenterology topics and working individually with family practice residents in support of the St. Francis Family Practice Residency Program. Dr. Lemmel graduated from the University of Dayton in 1987, then attended medical school at the University of Cincinnati. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency training and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis. Dr. Lemmel is board certified in gastroenterology through the American Board of Internal Medicine. Since 2011, he has consistently been named one of the region’s Top Doctors. Dr. Lemmel is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Society of Gastroenterology Endoscopy. His interests include golf and coaching his children in baseball and basketball. He enjoys an active family life sharing his enthusiasm for camping, photography, and hiking in America’s national parks with his wife and four children. ---Education & Training--- University of Dayton in 1987 Medical Degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1991 Internal Medicine Internship and Residency Indiana University Medical Center in 1994 Gastroenterology Fellowship Indiana University Medical Center 1996 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Biochemistry Award, 1987 Outstanding Resident Presentation, IU, 1994 Top Doctors, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 AGA Fellow, 2015

http://www.IndyGastro.com Greensburg, Indiana native, Dr. Andrew Crane is Medical Director of the Gastroenterology program at Decatur County Memorial Hospital and Chairman of the Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology Quality Institute. Dedicated to improving his patient’s lives with evidence based treatments for gastroenterological diseases, Dr. Crane sees patients in Indianapolis, Greensburg and Shelbyville. He is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society and the American College of Gastroenterology. In 2000, Dr. Crane graduated magna cum laude from Hanover College in Hanover, Indiana, then, attended the Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency at the Indiana University Medical Center serving as Chief Resident in 2007-2008. He remained there to complete his Gastroenterology Fellowship, then joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the summer of 2011. He and his wife are active in their church serving as leaders of the Junior and Senior High Youth Program. A musician, Dr. Crane enjoys playing piano, organ, accordion, and trumpet. His athletic interests include golf, disc golf and running. ---Education & Training--- Hanover College 2000 Medical Degree from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 2004 Internal Medicine Residency at Indiana University Medical Center in 2007 Chief Resident, Department of Internal Medicine Indiana University Medical Center in 2007-2008 Gastroenterology Fellowship, Indiana University Medical Center in 2011 Board Certifications :Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Magna cum laude Hanover College 2000 Outstanding Intern 2004-2005 Charles Kenner Memorial Award for Outstanding Fellow 2008-2009

http://www.IndyGastro.com Brooklyn, New York native, Dr. Frank P. Troiano served as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine teaching fourth year students for more than twenty years. A nationally ranked triathlete, Dr. Troiano stresses the importance of nutrition, fitness, work and family to his patient’s overall health.  Each year since 2010, he has organized a family oriented bike race held at Fort Benjamin Harrison benefitting at risk, underprivileged children. A graduate from the State University of New York, Dr. Troiano attended medical school at Mount Sinai School of Medicine.  He trained at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York City for his Internal Medicine Internship and Residency.  He completed his Gastroenterology Fellowship including Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) training at the Indiana University Medical Center.  Later, Dr. Troiano completed additional training in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). Dr. Troiano is a member of the Indianapolis Medical Society, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.  He sees patients in Indianapolis. ---Education & Training--- State University of New York, 1977 Medical Degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 1983 Internal Medicine Internship and Residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York City, 1986 Gastroenterology Fellowship, Indiana University Medical Center, 1989 Community Physician Training of EUS at Indiana University, 2005 Board Certifications: Gastroenterology ---Awards--- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, 1977 Team USA Triathlon, 2014 Top Docs, 2014

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