Expertise:
Dr. Sawyer's expertise is in endoscopy and colonoscopy.
Education Degrees:
Fellowship in Gastroenterology, The Veterans Services Office, The University of Arizona (1989); Residency, The University of Kansas (1987); Internship, The University of Kansas; MD, The University of Kansas (1984); Dual Bachelor's Degree in Biology and Chemistry, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
14
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and determination.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through the motivation to specialize in gastroenterology, which was prompted by his father's medical condition.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Sawyer plays the piano and previously taught piano lessons before entering medical school. He was inspired to study gastroenterology after learning of his father's bleeding stomach ulcer and became published during his fellowship. He has also spoken publicly for drug representatives. The practice for which he currently works was named as Mesa GI Group before becoming Arizona Digestive Health in May 2008. The practice has seven locations and 38 physicians.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Offering Treatment, Performing Endoscopic Procedures, Managing the Office and Endoscopy Center
Education Certifications:
Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
Awards/Honors:
Top Physician in Gastroenterology Award, Consumers' Research Council of America (2007-2008)