ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course (On-Demand) - Onboarding (Day One)

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The speaker discussed the importance of optimizing the role of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in Gastroenterology (GI) practices. They highlighted the significant growth in demand for APPs due to an aging population and a physician shortage. The discussion covered the roles of APPs in clinical care, periprocedural aspects, and post-procedure support. Effective onboarding programs were emphasized to integrate APPs successfully into practices. The talk also touched on professional development opportunities for APPs, such as clinical skills development, academic pursuits, procedural training, and leadership roles. Challenges like scope of practice misunderstandings, lack of specialization training, and reimbursement issues were acknowledged. Overall, optimizing the role of APPs through effective onboarding and ongoing development can lead to improved patient care, satisfaction, and practice efficiency.

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Sarah Enslin, PA-C

Keywords

Advanced Practice Providers

Gastroenterology practices

APPs in clinical care

Onboarding programs

Professional development opportunities

Scope of practice misunderstandings