ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Regeneron and Sanofi | August 2024-Liver, Gallbladder and Pancreas (in Health)

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Dr. Kajali Mishra gave an anatomy lesson focusing on key abdominal organs at Stroger Hospital. She explained the locations and functions of the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine, emphasizing their roles in digestion. Dr. Mishra highlighted the liver’s multiple blood supplies and its functions, including bile production, glucose generation, protein synthesis, cholesterol management, blood clotting, and detoxification. She also discussed liver-related health issues such as cirrhosis and bile production's role in fat digestion.<br /><br />Regarding the pancreas, she explained its exocrine and endocrine functions, noting that it produces digestive enzymes and insulin. Mishra touched on common problems like malabsorption and diabetes due to pancreatic issues. The session ended with a Q&A where Dr. Mishra answered questions about liver health, clotting mechanisms, and pancreatic cancer risk factors, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle choices like reducing alcohol consumption and smoking.

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Kajali Mishra, MD

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abdominal organs

liver functions

pancreas roles

digestion

liver health

pancreatic cancer