Advanced Practice Provider EoE Program (Live/Virtual) | October 2025-Q and A

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Dr. Snyder discusses Mayo Clinic's multidisciplinary approach to eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE), emphasizing telehealth's role in long-term patient follow-up for those distant from academic centers, despite licensing challenges. The Cytosponge, a minimally invasive tool, offers an alternative to repeated endoscopies. Treatments can reverse mucosal changes, though submucosal fibrosis remains difficult to assess. For topical steroid therapy, various budesonide preparations exist, with the FDA-approved oral suspension preferred, but coverage issues persist. A strong nursing team is crucial in educating and coordinating care, enhancing patient receptiveness to multidisciplinary management, particularly for busy individuals seeking effective, streamlined treatment.

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Keywords

eosinophilic esophagitis

telehealth follow-up

Cytosponge

topical budesonide therapy

multidisciplinary care

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Endoscopic Biopsy

Budesonide

Telehealth

Medical Licensing