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Doctor Eases burden for Frequent Patients, Uses Video for Follow-Ups

Dr. Markowitz connecting with family through video conferencing.
Taylor Crouch/SCETV

Patients seeking treatment for a rare digestive disorder called Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) might have multiple tests and appointments per year. A pediatric gastroenterologist in Greenville has turned to video, for connecting to distant South Carolina patients, saving them a trip for follow-up appointments.