Gastro Health, a national, leading medical group specializing in digestive and liver health, has named Chris Fourment, MD, as Vice President of Clinical Research.
"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Chris Fourment to Gastro Health,” said Alan Oliver, CEO of Gastro Health. “His experience in clinical research and his passion for improving patient care align perfectly with our vision to grow and innovate.”
Dr. Fourment brings decades of experience in advancing clinical research within the gastroenterology space. He previously co-founded the Department of Clinical Research & Education at GI Alliance and served as founder and CEO of both Clinical Research Strategy Group and Precision Research. Dr. Fourment earned his medical degree from St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine and has authored numerous abstracts and publications focused on Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
With a career deeply rooted in academia and the pharmaceutical industry, Dr. Fourment has focused on driving therapeutic development with the goal of offering patients more treatment options and better outcomes.
“I’m incredibly excited to join Gastro Health at this pivotal moment,” said Dr. Fourment. “I look forward to building a best-in-class national research platform that ensures our patients have access to emerging therapies that can improve quality of life.”
“Chris’s addition to our team is a true differentiator and a major step forward in elevating our research division,” said Eugenio (Gene) Hernandez, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Gastro Health. “His experience and vision will strengthen our ability to offer advanced clinical trials and improve outcomes for patients across our network.”
About Gastro Health
Gastro Health is one of the leading gastroenterology platforms in the United States supporting practices in Alabama, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio, Virginia, and Washington – with over 350 physicians and 150 locations consisting of medical offices, infusion centers, imaging services, and a specialty pharmacy. Additionally, Gastro Health owns and operates endoscopy centers in five of the seven states and operates pathology and anesthesia services. Gastro Health strives to provide outstanding medical care and an exceptional healthcare experience. The Gastro Health care teams utilize technology, clinical expertise, and compassionate care to provide a personalized approach to digestive health and overall wellness.