ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course - Day Two (On-Demand) | July 2021-Therapeutic Endoscopy

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. John Martin discusses therapeutic endoscopy and provides an overview of the training and skills required for an advanced endoscopist. He defines therapeutic endoscopy as endoscopy that involves intervention or treatment of a disease process. Dr. Martin also distinguishes between therapeutic endoscopy and diagnostic endoscopy, as well as the different terms used to describe the field, such as interventional endoscopy and advanced endoscopy.<br /><br />The video highlights various interventions performed by therapeutic endoscopists, including endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM), and per-oral endoscopic tumor resection (POET). Dr. Martin provides examples and explanations of these procedures to give the audience a better understanding of advanced endoscopy.<br /><br />The video emphasizes the importance of collaboration and effective communication with therapeutic endoscopy teams, as these procedures often require the expertise of multiple healthcare professionals, including surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, and anesthesiologists. Dr. Martin also discusses the resources and devices required for advanced endoscopy, such as specialty endoscopes, fluoroscopy machines, and electrosurgical generators.<br /><br />Additionally, the video touches on advancements in the field, including metabolic endoscopy for diabetes management and full-thickness resection. Dr. Martin also mentions the potential future role of robotics in delivering complex endoscopic therapies.<br /><br />Overall, the video provides an informative overview of therapeutic endoscopy and its various applications, highlighting the importance of collaboration and effective communication among healthcare professionals.

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John Martin, MD, FASGE

Keywords

therapeutic endoscopy

training

advanced endoscopist

intervention

endoscopic mucosal resection

collaboration

healthcare professionals

robotics