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Gregory Diamonti, MD, FACG, joined Gastroenterology Associates of Catawba Valley on August 4, 2025. Dr. Diamonti is a board-certified gastroenterologist with 23 years of experience and a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology. Most recently, Dr. Diamonti practiced in the Boone area. Prior to that, he was a physician with Gastroenterology Associates in Hickory for 18 years. “It is a privilege to welcome Dr. Gregory Diamonti to Gastroenterology Associates of Catawba Valley,” said Mariane Carna, president of CVHS’ Catawba Valley Medical Group. “With nearly 30 years of experience in gastroenterology and a distinguished record of excellence in patient care, Dr. Diamonti brings invaluable expertise to our practice and the community we serve. His deep roots in the region, combined with his collaborative, patient-centered approach, reflect our mission to deliver exceptional, coordinated care. Working alongside our team of leading GI specialists, Dr. Diamonti will help strengthen our commitment to advancing treatment and innovation in digestive health for the benefit of our patients and their families.” “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Diamonti back to our practice,” added Stacey Coffey, Chief Administrator – Gastroenterology Associates of Catawba Valley. “He was an integral part of our team of providers for many years. His return strengthens our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional care and improved patient access. This is a huge win for our practice and our community.” Dr. Diamonti received his undergraduate degree from Binghamton University in New York and his medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn. He completed his residency and fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta.  Dr. Diamonti holds memberships in the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association.

Catawba Valley Health System (CVHS) has announced the addition of Gastroenterology Associates, PA, of Hickory to its medical group. The name of the practice has been updated to Gastroenterology Associates of Catawba Valley Health System effective June 1. All services, staff and team of physicians will remain the same,

Dr. Patel joined Gastroenterology Associates on September 3, 2024. Dr. Patel earned his undergraduate degree in Health Systems Management from Loyola University in Chicago and his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed his residency and fellowship training at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University in St. Louis.

Gastroenterology Associates Endoscopy Center has been named one of the 12 Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) for colonoscopy and endoscopy in North Carolina by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice.

We are pleased to announce the addition of Behnam Laderian, MD, to our practice. Dr. Laderian joined Gastroenterology Associates on September 5, 2023.

As published in the Hickory Daily Record The newest guidelines from the American Cancer Society recommend people at average risk of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45. Previous screening guidelines started at age 50. Studies show rates of colorectal cancer among people younger than 50 are on the rise, according to the American Cancer Society.

We are pleased to announce the addition of Bradley Zins, MD to our practice. Dr. Zins joined Gastroenterology Associates on May 2, 2022.

As published in the Hickory Daily Record Gastroenterology Associates endoscopy unit was recently recognized for outstanding quality measures by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE).

Hickory Daily Record – September 12, 2021 – Gastroenterology Associates of Hickory marks a major milestone celebrating 25 years in private practice serving western North Carolina as board-certified specialists in gastrointestinal and liver disease.