Shahnaz Sultan

Shahnaz Sultan, MD, MHSc, AGAF, is a Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition within the Department of Medicine at the University of Minnesota. She holds the distinction of AGAF (American Gastroenterological Association Fellow), recognizing her contributions to gastroenterology.

Her research spans:

• Gastroenterology innovation, particularly AI-assisted colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening
• Clinical guideline development and standardization methodologies
• Health equity interventions addressing racial/ethnic disparities
• Inflammatory bowel disease and motility disorders

Her recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong focus on:

• AI integration in diagnostic procedures
• Evidence-based guideline formulation
• Barriers to healthcare access
• Technical refinements in endoscopic practices

Awards/Honors:

• AGAF (American Gastroenterological Association Fellow)