ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program OPEN | March 2024-Tools of the Gastroenterologist

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Video Summary

Dr. Kanika Robinson, a gastroenterologist, provided an overview of tools and procedures used in general GI, focusing on upper endoscopies and colonoscopies. Upper endoscopies involve examining the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum for various indications such as GERD, dysphagia, and bleeding. Colonoscopies are crucial for colon cancer screening, polyp removal, and diagnosing GI issues. Dr. Robinson demonstrated tools like forceps, snares, and injection needles used in procedures like polypectomies, tissue sampling, and hemostasis. She discussed advanced techniques like AI-assisted colonoscopy for polyp detection, highlighting its role in screening for subtle lesions. Dr. Robinson also addressed the future of EMR, emphasizing the evolving use of AI and new tools like cold snaring and underwater EMR for enhanced diagnostics and therapeutic interventions in gastroenterology.

Keywords

gastroenterologist

upper endoscopy

colonoscopy

GERD

polypectomy

AI-assisted colonoscopy

EMR