ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course (Virtual) - Onboarding (Day One) | March 2025-Optimizing the Role of the APP

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Sarah Enslin's presentation emphasizes the importance of optimizing the role of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in gastroenterology. The presentation focuses on effective onboarding and early career support for APPs, highlighting the absence of financial conflicts in its preparation. It presents several polling questions to engage the audience on crucial factors for successful onboarding and career development.<br /><br />The presentation details the extensive roles APPs play in gastroenterology, covering both direct and indirect patient care, administration, and leadership roles. It highlights the need for comprehensive onboarding programs that include clinical training, team integration, and administrative orientation to ensure newly hired APPs bridge the gap between education and independent practice successfully.<br /><br />The potential benefits of integrating APPs into gastrointestinal practices include increased access to care, improved patient and provider satisfaction, and enhanced practice efficiency. Professional development opportunities for APPs are emphasized, advocating for involvement in leadership roles, clinical research, and specialized training in procedures.<br /><br />Challenges such as inconsistent understanding of APP roles, variable scope of practice, and the need for physician and institutional buy-in are identified. Strategies for success stress the importance of active collaboration between physicians and APPs, ongoing education, and mentorship programs to support professional growth.<br /><br />Sarah also addresses common issues like burnout and advocates for strategies to achieve work-life balance, emphasizing the benefits of flexible schedules, mentorship, and fair compensation. The role of mentors in identifying potential leaders among APPs is highlighted, alongside the significance of formal mentorship programs.<br /><br />In conclusion, the presentation underscores that optimizing the role of APPs not only improves patient care quality but also contributes to professional satisfaction and retention, ultimately benefiting both providers and healthcare systems.

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Sarah Enslin, PA-C

Keywords

Advanced Practice Providers

gastroenterology

onboarding

career development

patient care

professional development

mentorship

work-life balance

leadership roles

healthcare systems