ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Regeneron | June 2022-June29 Session 15

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Video Summary

The video features an interview with a patient named Todd Lenert, who has been diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE). Dr. Mike, an esophagealologist at Vanderbilt, conducts the interview. They discuss Todd's experience with EOE, including his diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment. Todd describes his first experience with EOE, which occurred in 1999 when he suddenly had difficulty swallowing during lunch. He recounts multiple incidents of food getting stuck in his esophagus over the years, prompting him to seek medical attention. Todd has undergone endoscopies, dilation procedures, and is currently on a treatment regimen of omeprazole and fluticasone. He talks about the impact of EOE on his quality of life, including concerns about eating out and the possibility of food impactions. Dr. Mike explains the connection between EOE and other allergic conditions like eczema and shellfish allergies. They also discuss the importance of compliance with medication and the possibility of future therapies. The interview concludes with a discussion about dilations, the experience of food impactions, and the use of the internet for information about EOE. The video provides valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of an EOE patient. No credits were given in the video.

Asset Subtitle

Lead: Rishi Naik, MD, MSCI
Other faculty: Alexis P. Calloway, MD; Stephen Kim, MD

Keywords

eosinophilic esophagitis

diagnosis

treatment

endoscopies

dilation procedures

medication compliance

food impactions