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

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the evolution and future role of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in the gastroenterology (GI) field. It addresses challenges arising from an aging physician workforce and increasing patient demand, highlighting a shortage of approximately 2,600 gastroenterologists. The necessity for structured and high-quality APP programs is emphasized, including proper onboarding and ongoing education with a focus on professional development and leadership opportunities. The speaker notes the potential for APPs to engage in specialized clinics and research, enhancing team-based care and efficiency. With the increasing reliance on AI, APPs might soon experience augmented learning and operational management capabilities. The transcript provocatively suggests that APPs could potentially perform GI procedures in the future, with rigorous training and quality metrics in place, addressing the pressing need for timely patient care amidst physician shortages. Overall, it underscores a promising and indispensable future for APPs in GI.

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Joseph Vicari, MD, MBA, FASGE

Keywords

Advanced Practice Providers

gastroenterology

physician shortage

professional development

AI in healthcare

GI procedures