ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course (On-Demand) - Clinical Case-Based Learning (Day Two) | April 2023-Evaluation and Management of IBD

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In this video, Kimberly Kearns, a nurse practitioner specializing in adult gastroenterology, provides a presentation on the evaluation and management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). She discusses the differentiating features between Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, the risk factors for developing IBD, and the therapeutic agents used for treatment. Kearns also emphasizes the importance of treat-to-target approach in managing IBD, which involves using defined objective biomarkers, endoscopy, and radiology to prevent progressive bowel damage. She explains the various pharmacological options available, including corticosteroids, 5-ASA agents, immunomodulators, biologic therapies, and small molecules. Kearns also discusses the role of proactive and reactive monitoring in optimizing treatment outcomes and highlights the importance of considering health disparities and equity in the care of patients with IBD. She provides various resources for advanced practice providers in managing IBD and concludes with practice pearls for effective management.

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Kimberly Kearns, MS, APN-BC

Keywords

inflammatory bowel disease

Crohn's disease

ulcerative colitis

therapeutic agents

treat-to-target approach

pharmacological options

health disparities

management