A gastroenterology clinic is using artificial intelligence to boost colorectal cancer screening.

Borland Groover, a Jacksonville-based gastroenterology practice with a St. Augustine office on State Road 207, has begun incorporating the GI Genius endoscopy system at multiple locations. The technology supports physician-led screenings with real-time visual alerts that help highlight potential lesions.

Although the GI Genius system does not make diagnoses, it marks areas of concern on the live endoscopy video, which allows physicians to examine flagged regions during a colonoscopy and make clinical decisions based on their findings.

Dr. Dinesh Madhok, Borland Groover’s CEO, described the technology as complementing the skill and precision of its physicians.

“It strengthens the high level of accuracy and confidence our patients already expect from every screening,” he said in a news release. “Borland Groover is investing in innovative technology to support the future of healthcare and strengthen patient outcomes.”

With the integration of GI Genius, patients benefit from AI-powered imaging support. This can be used at the discretion of the physician to enhance visualization during procedures. The GI Genius system is designed to assist endoscopists in the detection of mucosal lesions, such as polyps and adenomas. It is intended for use during standard white-light endoscopy and is not meant to replace a physician’s professional judgment.

The GI Genius system was developed by Medtronic in collaboration with Cosmo Artificial Intelligence Ltd. The technology is distributed exclusively by Medtronic within the United States.

Research shows that colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and the leading cause of cancer death in adults younger than 50. Despite its prevalence, it remains one of the most preventable cancers through regular screening.