ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course (Virtual) - Onboarding Day One | April 2022-GI and Endoscopic Practice 2022 and Beyond

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In this video, the speaker discusses the current state and future of GI and endoscopic practice. The speaker highlights recent advances and the impact of COVID-19 on the field. They discuss the role of innovation and technology in GI practice and emerging themes in the field. The speaker also addresses challenges in the field, including workforce attrition, decreasing reimbursements, and the difficulties in standardizing quality across practice settings. They emphasize the importance of addressing healthcare disparities and incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in professional lives. The speaker discusses the impact of the pandemic on endoscopic training and clinical care, including a decrease in cancer screening and elective procedures. They also highlight opportunities that have emerged, such as telemedicine, AI, and disruptive technologies. The speaker concludes by discussing the future of GI practice, including value-based approaches, work-life integration, and the role of GI hospitalist programs. Overall, the speaker provides a comprehensive overview of the current state and future direction of GI and endoscopic practice.

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Vivek Kaul, MD, FASGE

Keywords

GI practice

COVID-19 impact

innovation

challenges

pandemic impact

future of GI practice