ASGE Masterclass: Barrett’s Esophagus, GERD and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma (Virtual) | February 2022-Accreditation

Accreditation_2022 Masterclass Barretts Esophagus
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The Masterclass: Barrett’s Esophagus, GERD, and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma is a virtual program offered by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE). The program focuses on the diagnosis and management of Barrett's Esophagus (BE) and its implications leading to esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC). The program highlights the prevalence of BE and its increasing incidence in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, citing factors such as gastric imbalance diseases, obesity, alcohol consumption, and improving healthcare infrastructures.<br /><br />The expert faculty discusses how patients with BE typically present with symptoms like frequent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and chest pain, and the importance of early detection through endoscopic landmarks and newer technologies like narrow band imaging (NBI). The program also covers the three main ablation techniques used for BE: radiofrequency ablation (RFA), argon plasma coagulation (APC), and cryotherapy. The association between BE and chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is explored, as well as the role of antisecretory therapy with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and anti-reflux surgery in managing reflux esophagitis.<br /><br />The program concludes by discussing projected approaches and the predicted incidence of BE in the future, emphasizing the need for gastroenterologists and endoscopists to address this patient population. Participants can access the virtual live programming and recorded presentations through GI Leap.<br /><br />The learning objectives of the program include reviewing the geographical prevalence of Barrett's esophagus, summarizing the current endoscopic and medical therapeutic options for managing patients with Barrett's esophagus, describing the association between H. pylori infection and the development of GERD, and selecting key innovations in the endoscopic management of GERD.<br /><br />The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and offers a maximum of 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians can claim credits by completing an online evaluation survey through GI Leap.<br /><br />The ASGE emphasizes its commitment to scientific rigor, evidence-based practice, and neutrality in its educational activities. Conflicts of interest are disclosed and managed according to ASGE's policies. Patient privacy is protected in accordance with HIPAA regulations.<br /><br />The ASGE's Masterclass on Barrett's Esophagus, GERD, and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma aims to enhance physicians' knowledge, skills, and professional performance in the field of gastroenterology and endoscopy. The program addresses desirable physician attributes such as medical knowledge, practice-based learning and improvement, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice. The ASGE strives to provide diverse educational opportunities that benefit learners and contribute to the advancement of the field.
Keywords
Barrett's Esophagus
GERD
Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
diagnosis
management
prevalence
incidence
endoscopic landmarks
narrow band imaging
ablation techniques