ABE Annual Course: Global Adoption of EMBT by 2030

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The Association for Bariatric Endoscopy (ABE) is hosting its 10th Annual Course on May 2, 2025, at the Marina Ballroom, Marriott Marquis, San Diego, focusing on the global adoption of Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies (EBMT) by 2030. This half-day workshop, designed for bariatric professionals, will cover cutting-edge advancements and strategies in EBMT. The course aims to provide participants with the latest insights and practical approaches to incorporate these therapies into clinical practice.<br /><br />The event will be directed by renowned experts including Rakesh Kalapala from the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Vivek Kumbhari from Mayo Clinic, Marianna T. Papademetriou from Washington, DC VA Medical Center, and Violeta Popov from NYU Langone Health. The agenda includes sessions on the mechanisms of EBMT, emerging technologies, duodenal-targeted therapies, and the integration of EBMT into U.S. clinical practices, alongside a global perspectives tour featuring insights from various international regions.<br /><br />Key sessions involve discussions on the mechanisms of action of EBMTs, including current commercially available solutions, and emerging technologies such as flexible endoscopic robotic platforms. The course will explore real-world scenarios for U.S.-based practices and delve into global perspectives, with facilitators from Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and the Middle East.<br /><br />The goal of this workshop is to strategize the global adoption of EBMT by the year 2030. The workshop concludes with a strategic discussion involving key figures from the industry. Following the course, there will be a complimentary reception for ABE members, providing networking opportunities with the ABE Advisory Board, Course Faculty, and other bariatric professionals present at the event.

Keywords

Bariatric Endoscopy

EBMT

Marina Ballroom

San Diego

bariatric professionals

Rakesh Kalapala

emerging technologies

global adoption

networking opportunities

strategic discussion