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

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The ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course is a two-day virtual course designed to provide education for GI Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) at all levels of practice and experience. On the first day, the course focuses on topics that are relevant to APPs who are new or returning to the field of gastroenterology. It helps them navigate their roles in their respective practices. The second day of the course explores more advanced concepts in GI endoscopy and includes case-based studies on topics such as pancreatic disease, dysphagia, GI bleeding, IBD, and GI emergencies. The course aims to be a critical resource for practices seeking high-quality GI education for APPs and to facilitate effective collaboration between APPs and physicians. <br /><br />The learning objectives of the course include understanding the scope of practice and billing codes for GI consultations, discussing best practices in patient preparation for procedures, exploring the role of the GI APP in both inpatient and outpatient settings, developing onboarding programs for GI APPs, and reviewing best practices for general and advanced endoscopic procedures. Participants will also learn about patient management for conditions such as liver disease, IBD, acute pancreatitis, and GI bleeding, as well as recognizing and managing GI emergencies. <br /><br />The target audience for the course includes APPs who are new to GI or seeking a refresher, APP supervisors, physician leaders, and administrators responsible for onboarding APPs and promoting effective collaboration between APPs and physicians. <br /><br />The course is accredited by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and offers Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits for physicians. Non-physician participants will receive a Certificate of Participation specifying the hours of education accredited for CME credits. To claim credit for the course, participants must complete an online evaluation survey through ASGE's Learning Management System. <br /><br />The ASGE ensures high levels of scientific evidence and neutrality in its educational activities. All individuals involved in the development of the course must disclose any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests, and potential conflicts of interest are resolved prior to the start of the program. Patient privacy is also protected in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). <br /><br />Overall, the ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course aims to provide valuable education and resources for APPs in GI, fostering their professional development and enhancing their contributions to the field.

Keywords

ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course

GI Advanced Practice Providers

gastroenterology

APPs

patient preparation for procedures

endoscopic procedures

liver disease

IBD

pancreatic disease

GI emergencies