Gerald J. Marks, M.D., FACS (1925-), founder of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Surg Endosc. 2018 Mar;32(3):1087-1090. doi: 10.1007/s00464-018-6061-z. Epub 2018 Jan 23.

Abstract

This historical vignette describes the professional career of Gerald J. Marks, the founder of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the International Federation of Societies of Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Marks is also the founding Associate Editor of Surgical Endoscopy, which celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2017. Dr. Marks is a renowned colorectal surgeon, an accomplished watercolor artist, and a fascinating personality.

Keywords: Colorectal cancer; Endoscopy; SAGES.

Publication types

  • Biography
  • Historical Article
  • Portrait

MeSH terms

  • Endoscopy / history*
  • Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / history*
  • History, 20th Century
  • History, 21st Century
  • Humans
  • Periodicals as Topic
  • Societies, Medical / history*
  • Surgeons / history*
  • United States

Personal name as subject

  • Gerald J Marks