ASGE JGES Primer ESD | September 2022-Case Study 4

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In this video, the speaker discusses the importance of setting up an ESD (endoscopic submucosal dissection) practice and shares tips on what to do and what not to do. The speaker emphasizes the need to give as much care and attention to setting up the practice as to learning the ESD technique. They identify three main areas to concentrate on: the endoscopy suite, the hospital, and the region where referrals come from. <br /><br />In terms of the endoscopy suite, the speaker highlights the importance of scheduling ESD cases appropriately and involving the team, including nurses and anesthesiologists, in the process. They stress the need to start small, start easy, and start early in the day to ensure better outcomes. <br /><br />Moving on to the hospital, the speaker emphasizes the importance of working well with surgical and oncology colleagues, addressing misconceptions about endoscopic resection, and collaborating closely with them. They also discuss the importance of addressing billing and involving administration early on to ensure the financial viability of the ESD program. <br /><br />Lastly, the speaker focuses on the region and the need to build relationships with referring physicians. They share their approach of accepting all endo-oncology cases and showcasing successful outcomes through photos and pathology reports to build trust and increase referrals. <br /><br />The speaker concludes by opening up the discussion to other participants and invites questions.

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Setting up an ESD referral practices Do’s and Don’ts
Amit Bhatt, MD

Keywords

ESD practice

endoscopic submucosal dissection

setting up practice

endoscopy suite

hospital collaboration

referring physicians