ASGE Esophagology: Tailoring Management from Testing to Treatment (On-Demand) | July 2022-Accreditation Statement

Accreditation Statement - Esophagology

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The ASGE Esophagology course, taking place on July 15-16, 2022, at the ASGE Institute for Training and Technology in Downers Grove, IL, is a comprehensive program focused on the management of esophageal diseases. The course will cover topics such as achalasia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, and more. It will feature state-of-the-art lectures, question and answer sessions, interactive case discussions, and hands-on sessions. The course aims to improve participants' knowledge and procedural skills in the care of patients with esophageal diseases. GI Fellows can participate for free, but travel expenses are not covered.<br /><br />The learning objectives of the course include practicing high-quality diagnostic upper endoscopy, applying diagnostic testing options for GERD and dysphagia, understanding best practices for eosinophilic esophagitis, identifying treatment options for reflux, and recognizing the best approaches for esophageal motor disorders. The course is accredited by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and offers a maximum of 11.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.<br /><br />To claim credit for the course, participants need to complete an online evaluation survey through ASGE's Learning Management System. The course materials, including the PowerPoint presentations, can be accessed through the ASGE website. Attendees are encouraged to provide feedback through the course evaluation.<br /><br />The ASGE emphasizes its commitment to providing high-level scientific evidence and maintaining neutrality in its educational activities. The planners and faculty members have disclosed any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies, and potential conflicts of interest have been addressed and mitigated.<br /><br />The ASGE Esophagology course is designed to enhance participants' medical knowledge, practice-based learning, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice. It aligns with ACGME/ABMS Competencies, Institute of Medicine Competencies, and/or Interprofessional Education Collaborative Competencies.<br /><br />The course is supported by educational grants from STERIS Endoscopy and in-kind support from various companies including Apollo Endosurgery, Boston Scientific Corporation, ConMed, Cook Medical, and Medtronic.

Keywords

ASGE Esophagology course

esophageal diseases

achalasia

gastroesophageal reflux disease

eosinophilic esophagitis

lectures

question and answer sessions

interactive case discussions

hands-on sessions

GI Fellows