ASGE 2023 Masterclass EUS: Principles, Best Practices & Innovative Paradigms (On-Demand) | February 2023-Setting Up an EUS Practice and How to Get Started

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Nuzat provides a detailed overview of how to set up an Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) practice. He begins by emphasizing the importance of the planning and strategy phase, including understanding the program objectives and assessing the expected volume of procedures. He also highlights the significance of geography and conducting a formal needs analysis to evaluate the financial viability of the practice. Dr. Nuzat then discusses the team composition, involving GI leadership, surgeons, oncologists, nursing, and pathology, among others. He explains the differences between hospital-based, outpatient hospital-based, and ambulatory surgery center (ASC)-based EUS practices, considering factors like cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and access. The capital costs and necessary equipment for an EUS practice are discussed, including processors, scopes, and accessories. Dr. Nuzat emphasizes the importance of training and competency assessment for endosynographers, as well as staff training and establishing effective communication with pathology and lab personnel. Finally, he discusses the importance of spreading the word about the practice and maintaining program evaluation and quality assurance metrics. The video provides useful insights and guidance for anyone planning to set up an EUS practice.

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Nuzhat A. Ahmad, MD

Keywords

Endoscopic Ultrasound

EUS practice

planning and strategy

team composition

capital costs

training and competency assessment