Transitioning from the Mountains to the Mecca: One Gastroenterologist's Journey.

Over the course of their careers, gastroenterologists not infrequently move from one practice setting to another. Perhaps the most uncommon path is for a gastroenterologist well established in private practice to transition to a high-powered academic setting in late career. Below is a description of the career path that I chose, written in part to provide career and personal guidance to the next generation of gastroenterologists.